Both nations announced the establishment of the India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre to enhance collaboration in frontier technologies. The India-UK Joint Centre for Artificial Intelligence (AI) was also launched. Additionally, Phase II of the UK-India Critical Minerals Supply Chain O
Lauding the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) coming into force, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday referred to India's trade agreements with some advanced economies as also ongoing negotiations including with EU and said India is rapid
He also said India is holding negotiations for Free Trade Agreements (FTA) with several countries of the world, and the country is on the way to becoming the third largest economy.
India's Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), finalised in March 2024, will come into effect from October 1, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said while addressing the valedictory session of the UP International Trade Show on Monda
A Taiwanese agricultural trade mission subgroup has signed two letters of intent with Indiana partners to purchase substantial quantities of US soybeans and corn, reinforcing trade ties between Taiwan and the Midwest farming state, according to Focus Taiwan.
Morocco's Secretary of State Omar Hejira, on a visit to India, stressed improving bilateral ties. He highlighted Morocco's strategic location, global trade links, and free trade agreements. Accompanied by a strong delegation, he urged Indian businesses to invest in Morocco and welcomed India
"As of now, we are at an advanced stage of dialogue with Oman (on FTA), which should conclude soon. Some of the other countries have expressed an interest. Surely we are open to free trade agreements with other GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) countries," Goyal said.
India's current account deficit (CAD) is expected to remain under control at 1 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in the current financial year, even as the economy faces challenges from higher tariffs and global geopolitical headwinds, according to a report by Crisil.
According to official updates from the commerce ministry, the country has accelerated discussions on free trade agreements (FTAs) with key partners across multiple regions.
Auto component industry leaders on Friday voiced optimism over the recent GST rationalisation and the free trade agreements (FTAs) the government is working on.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal criticised analysts and sections of the media for their negative outlook on India's economy, calling them "weak-kneed." Speaking at Bharat Buildcon, he emphasised India's rising global economic prominence, ongoing free trade agreement talks, and governmen
The 11th Round of India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (Ind-Aus CECA) negotiations was held from August 18-23, further advancing the shared objective of strengthening bilateral trade and economic partnership.