US Supreme Court invalidates many of Trump’s tariffs. What happens to all the trade deals now?

The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down many of Donald Trump’s tariffs has cast uncertainty over several recent U.S. trade deals that had fixed duties at around 15–20% in exchange for investment and trade concessions. While Trump said some agreements would remain, he also announced a new 10% global tariff under a different legal authority, […]

The US has imposed a 10% global tariff, impacting India as part of its trade deal, following a Supreme Court ruling that limited President Trump’s authority under the IEEPA.

India’s government has launched a significant export promotion mission. Seven new measures aim to boost outbound shipments. These include credit assistance for e-commerce exporters and support for alternative trade instruments. The mission focuses on addressing key constraints for MSME export growth. It will simplify processes and enhance access to finance for businesses.

India and the US are set to sign an interim trade deal in March, with implementation expected the following month. This agreement aims to boost bilateral trade and investments. US officials are scheduled to visit New Delhi for the signing. The deal is anticipated to benefit India’s labour-intensive sectors and open new business avenues for […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Greek counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis met on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit. They agreed that the India-EU FTA will boost trade and investment, and discussed strengthening cooperation in new areas. Both leaders also appreciated the potential of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).

India is seeking enhanced collaboration with Switzerland in research, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. This move aims to bolster economic relations between the two nations. Swiss investments are also being encouraged in areas of Switzerland’s technological expertise.

India’s exports to EU: Of India’s USD 19.3 billion in global automotive exports during the first nine months of 2025-26, the EU’s share rose to 11.6 per cent from 9.8 per cent in April-December 2024, the data showed.

India has significantly advanced its Free Trade Agreement (FTA) strategy, prioritizing deals with Western developed economies like the EU and USA. While these agreements offer substantial market access, the key challenge lies in effectively utilizing them for export growth, moving beyond traditional sectors and attracting FDI.