Asia

“Strong sign of close partnership”: German FM on EU-India FTA

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul welcomed the EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), calling it a significant step toward strengthening bilateral ties and supporting global commerce.

2026-01-27T23:16:13.362452+00:00 IST

"Big honour for Greek art and culture," Greece Tourism Minister

Addressing reporters during her visit on Tuesday, Kefalogianni highlighted the importance of tourism as a bridge for fostering friendships, cultural exchanges and closer collaboration between India and Greece.

2026-01-27T21:47:20.107898+00:00 IST

"Mother of deals has now been born," High Commissioner of Malta t

Reuben Gauci, High Commissioner of Malta to India, lauded the India-European Union (EU) Free Trade Agreement (FTA), calling it the "mother of all deals" and highlighting its potential to expand trade and investment between India and the EU.

2026-01-27T21:29:27.542941+00:00 IST

"Honoured that Maha Governor will attend International Holocaust

Speaking to ANI, Revach said he was deeply honoured that the Governor of Maharashtra would attend the event, highlighting the importance of remembrance and shared democratic values between the two nations.

2026-01-27T19:53:31.062230+00:00 IST

Pakistan: PTI warns of permanent vision loss for Imran Khan

PTI raised concerns over jailed founder Imran Khan's reported eye condition, warning of possible permanent vision loss without urgent treatment. The party demanded hospital care, family access, and court intervention, while Imran's sisters questioned the reports and protested restrictions on meetings.

2026-01-27T19:43:57.194629+00:00 IST

President Murmu hosts banquet in honour of EU delegates

Murmu drew upon common values between India and the EU, saying that they're bound by democracy, pluralism, and an open market economy.

2026-01-27T17:49:16.469813+00:00 IST

Strengthening multilateralism with the United Nations at its core

India and the European Union reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening multilateralism during the India-EU Summit held alongside the State Visit of the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission to India.

2026-01-27T17:44:42.001854+00:00 IST

'Massive opening up of opportunities due to India-EU FTA'

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, which was finalized on Tuesday, will open massive opportunities and while European Union has opened up many new sectors, India will open its doors for greater import of auto components, automobiles, wines, spirits and some other areas.

2026-01-27T17:39:45.841060+00:00 IST

VP meets EU delegation, expresses hope that "agreement will deepe

The VP's Office said that leaders expressed happiness over the conclusion of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement.

2026-01-27T17:27:38.756851+00:00 IST

"India-EU Business Forum great platform to discuss economic linka

PM Modi said that the Free Trade Agreement brought benefits for several businesses.

2026-01-27T17:25:43.163593+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal hopes India-EU FTA will come into force this year

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, which was finalized on Tuesday, will be taken up for legal scrubbing on a fast-track basis and expressed hope that the agreement will come into force later this year.

2026-01-27T17:10:43.096652+00:00 IST

PM Narendra Modi thanks Guyanese President Irfaan Ali

In a post on X, the PM wrote, "Thank you, President Irfaan Ali, for your warm congratulations on India's 77th Republic Day. We cherish Guyana's friendship and our deep people-to-people ties characterized by historical roots and shared values."

2026-01-27T16:56:17.675940+00:00 IST

Austrian Ambassador says India-EU FTA 'sends storng message'

Speaking to ANI, he said, "I believe it will still take some time until the legal scrapping is completed, and we have all the details of the agreement. However, we anticipate that trade and investment will increase significantly, as both sides currently face tariffs and non-tariff barriers that hinder trade and investment. The international arena has become much more complex, which is why we believe India is a major player in this global landscape, where crises are unfolding across every continent. I remain optimistic, despite the many tensions and conflicts we are seeing, brighter days will eventually come."

2026-01-27T16:54:55.060496+00:00 IST

The biggest democracy in the world signs the FTA

On Tuesday, he said, "We are very positive about today. I have not yet seen the details... but this is something we really wanted to see... Ireland, as a small country, knows the importance of trade agreements... From being one of the poorest countries in Europe, we became the wealthiest country, thanks to our membership in a common market... It is great that, being the greatest democracy in the world, the EU and India are signing this deal."

2026-01-27T16:36:31.554856+00:00 IST

Outcomes from EU delegation visit "reinforces commitment...": PM

"These outcomes reinforce our commitment to further strengthening the partnership between India and the European Union," PM Modi posted on X.

2026-01-27T16:28:46.603654+00:00 IST

"India, EU natural partners in changing world," says PM Modi

The PM said that India and the EU are natural partners in a changing world.

2026-01-27T16:00:22.743917+00:00 IST

FTA conclusion "significant milestone" in India-EU relations: PM

The PM said that the agreement will deepen economic ties between the two parties.

2026-01-27T15:53:33.525994+00:00 IST

"India interested in seeing cessation of conflict," FS Misri

Misri was accompanied by Union Minister Piyush Goyal and Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal at the Special Briefing on the State visit of President of EU Council and President of EU Commission to India, where he said that Ukraine issue was discussed among the leaders.

2026-01-27T15:46:10.242712+00:00 IST

"India-EU relations have grown steadily in last decade": Misri

Misri was accompanied by Union Minister Piyush Goyal and Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal at the Special Briefing on the State visit of President of EU Council and President of EU Commission to India, where he said that over the last decade, the relations between India and the European Union have grown steadily.

2026-01-27T15:20:20.394192+00:00 IST

India, EU have come together in several areas: Piyush Goyal

India and the EU finalizing FTA and agreeing to key initiatives across several domains is a statement of deep partnership and the strategic intent of the two sides coming together in a multitude of areas to strengthen partnership, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday.

2026-01-27T14:18:50.667501+00:00 IST

"Resolved to take strategic partnership forward," FS Vikram Misri

Misri was flanked by Union Minister Piyush Goyal and Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal at the Special Briefing on the State visit of President of EU Council and President of EU Commission to India, where he said that it was the first time where leaders from Europe were the guests at India's Republic Day.

2026-01-27T12:05:57.459060+00:00 IST