India, New Zealand make steady progress in FTA

India and New Zealand made steady progress in their free trade agreement talks. The fourth round of negotiations concluded in Auckland and Rotorua. Ministers met to review the progress. The proposed FTA is expected to unlock potential in agriculture, food processing, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, education, and services.

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met with Australian counterparts in Melbourne to discuss trade in goods, services, investment, and cooperation. The discussions focused on unlocking the full potential of the India-Australia Economic Partnership and advancing negotiations for a comprehensive CECA, building on the existing ECTA.

India and New Zealand are moving towards a free trade agreement. This pact is set to boost trade and investment between the two nations. It will also strengthen supply chains. Businesses can expect better market access and predictability. Discussions are progressing well for an early and beneficial conclusion. Sectors like agriculture and renewable energy will […]

In an exclusive interview with ET, Russia’s ambassador to India Denis Alipov said both countries are committed to finding a way out amid unilateral sanctions on Russian oil companies.

The round focused on goods market access, services, economic and technical cooperation, and investment opportunities.

US President Donald Trump said he may visit India next year at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation, calling Modi “a great friend” and “a great man.” Praising India for reducing Russian oil imports, Trump did not commit to lifting the 25% tariff. Quad summit dates remain undecided.

CEA V. Anantha Nageswaran says India must move from indigenisation to strategic resilience by plugging deeper into global value chains, even as mobile exports surge under the PLI scheme.

A senior team of negotiators from the EU visited New Delhi from 3-7 November for talks with their Indian counterparts on the proposed FTA. A two-day stocktake meeting, on 5-6 November in New Delhi, reviewed key pending issues in the FTA negotiations, the ministry said.

US President Donald Trump stated his discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are progressing positively. He added that is likely to visit India in 2026. Intense negotiations are ongoing to finalize a significant trade deal. The framework for this anticipated agreement is still being shaped. This process involves tough political decisions as both sides […]

India and New Zealand are nearing a free trade agreement. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal expressed optimism about finalizing the pact soon. Both nations are addressing critical issues and respecting each other’s sensitivities. The agreement aims to boost bilateral trade significantly, benefiting farmers, fishermen, and small businesses.