India, EU set to address non-tariff and market access hurdles during Goyal’s visit this week

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Brussels to discuss key aspects of the proposed free trade agreement with the EU, including market access and regulatory cooperation. The visit aims to review progress and identify areas for convergence, with both sides targeting a December conclusion for the FTA negotiations.

Customs duty compliance just got simpler! The CBIC has merged 31 old notifications into one, making it easier for businesses to navigate exemptions and benefits. This move streamlines procedures, clarifies agriculture infrastructure development cess rates for key goods, and expands eligible agencies for duty-free precious metal imports. It’s a significant step towards improving the ease […]

Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra met with Deputy Secretary James Danly to discuss energy security. This follows US President’s claims about India reducing Russian oil imports. India maintains its energy sourcing prioritizes consumer interests and national security. Discussions are ongoing to deepen energy cooperation with the US.

India is gearing up to enhance its rice export strategy, reaching out to 26 different countries. The upcoming Bharat International Rice Conference 2025 will focus on penetrating fresh markets while striving to eliminate imports worth ₹1.8 lakh crore. This event promises to exhibit innovative AI-driven grading methods for rice.

The United States and India are nearing the completion of an innovative bilateral trade pact. As both countries engage in constructive dialogues, they’re discovering shared interests. This agreement departs from traditional free trade formats. President Trump recently held a conversation with Prime Minister Modi focused on this partnership.

In a pivotal diplomatic engagement, Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra sat down with US Senator Bill Hagerty to deliberate on a promising trade agreement and collaborative efforts in the Indo-Pacific. As discussions around the trade deal approach a fruitful conclusion, both delegations expressed enthusiasm for enhancing hydrocarbon trade.

A European Union trade delegation is visiting India soon. The visit aims to finalize a free trade agreement between the EU and India. This agreement is targeted for completion by the end of 2025. Bilateral trade between the EU and India is already substantial. The delegation will meet with various stakeholders to discuss trade relations […]