Piyush Goyal

June 25, 2025 4:34 PM

Piyush Goyal chairs review meeting on PLI scheme

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Wednesday chaired a high-level review meeting on the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme, underlining its critical role in making India "Aatmanirbhar" in the manufacturing sector. During the meeting, held with representatives from all concerned ministries, Goyal emphasized that India must focus on sectors where it holds a competitive edge globally and proactively address the challenges faced by various stakeholders to boost the country...

June 18, 2025 1:22 PM

Piyush Goyal visits UK to boost economic ties, fast-track India–UK FTA implementation

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal is on a two-day official visit to the United Kingdom from June 18 to 19, aimed at strengthening India–UK economic relations and expediting the implementation of the bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The visit follows the announcement of the successful conclusion of the India–UK FTA by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on May 6. “Goyal’s visit aims to accelerate bilateral engagements, harness emerging...

June 12, 2025 11:46 AM

India, EU committed to inclusive growth through FTA: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said that the proposed India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) reflects a shared commitment to deepening economic ties and fostering inclusive growth across regions. Speaking at the India-Sweden High-Level Trade and Investment Policy Forum, Goyal underlined the potential for increased collaboration between India and Sweden. The forum was attended by members of the Confederation of Swedish Enterprises and leading Swedish and Indian busine...

June 11, 2025 4:57 PM

Piyush Goyal concludes successful visit to Switzerland, begins economic diplomacy in Sweden

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal concluded a two-day official visit to Switzerland from June 9 to 10, and has commenced the Sweden leg of his European tour aimed at strengthening economic ties and fostering innovation-driven partnerships. The Switzerland visit focused on advancing India-Switzerland economic cooperation and operationalising the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) signed earlier this year between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). G...

June 11, 2025 11:44 AM

Piyush Goyal proposes dedicated Swiss Enclave in India to strengthen bilateral ties with Switzerland

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday highlighted India’s transformative growth story and vast opportunities for collaboration at the Swissmem Industry Day in Switzerland. Addressing a gathering of leading Swiss industrialists and entrepreneurs, Goyal invited them to be active partners in India’s journey towards becoming a $30-35 trillion economy by 2047. Emphasizing India’s evolving global stature, Goyal proposed the creation of a dedicated Swiss Enclave in India�...

June 10, 2025 10:13 AM

India building alternative rare earth supply chain amid curbs China curbs: Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday described China's rare earth export restrictions as a global “wake-up call,” underscoring India’s efforts to build alternative supply chains and position itself as a reliable partner for international businesses seeking to reduce dependence on Chinese suppliers. Speaking to reporters during his official visit to Switzerland—where he met with Swiss government officials and business leaders—Goyal acknowledged that China’s export cu...

June 9, 2025 3:54 PM

Piyush Goyal begins official visit to Switzerland and Sweden to strengthen trade ties

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, commenced his official visit to Switzerland today as part of a five-day tour of Switzerland and Sweden from June 9 to 13. The visit aims to deepen India’s strategic and economic engagements with key European partners, with a focus on promoting trade, investment, and sustainable growth. The Minister’s visit to Switzerland includes high-level meetings with global CEOs, senior government officials, and prominent Swiss industry leaders....

June 9, 2025 1:44 PM

Modi govt creating new history in every field: Piyush Goyal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading one of the most transformative phases of Bharat's journey for the past 11 years, as the country is creating new history today in every field from economy to technology, from society to inclusive development, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday “While 11 years ago, the country was lagging behind in every way, during the Modi government, it is touching the heights of development, and the far-reaching changes of his government's poli...

June 6, 2025 4:27 PM

Piyush Goyal holds high-level meeting with Italian Deputy PM Antonio Tajani in Brescia

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Thursday co-chaired the 22nd session of the India-Italy Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC) alongside Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani. The high-level meeting was held in Brescia, a key manufacturing hub in northern Italy, during Goyal’s two-day visit to the country. He was accompanied by a business delegation comprising senior leaders from nearly 9...

June 2, 2025 9:55 AM

“Will negotiate a fair balance,” Piyush Goyal optimistic of wrapping up FTA with EU by year end

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal expressed optimism that India could finalise its Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) ahead of the year-end deadline, citing minimal divergences between the two economic blocs. Goyal emphasised the complementary nature of the Indian and European economies. "There are not too many issues where we have divergence of opinion. We have both complementary economies," he stated. "In most cases, what is of offensive interest to India does n...