India and Oman are poised to sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Muscat. This free trade agreement, approved by the Union Cabinet, aims to significantly deepen economic ties and open a new chapter in bilateral trade and commercial relations.
India-Oman trade pact likely to be announced during PM’s visit this week
India and Georgia held their 8th Foreign Office Consultations in Tbilisi. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties across political, economic, and cultural spheres. Both nations reviewed regional and global issues. This meeting aims to deepen the strategic relationship. Historical and cultural links between the two countries were also highlighted.
Three US lawmakers have introduced a resolution in Congress. They aim to end tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on India. The lawmakers believe this tariff strategy is counterproductive. It weakens a critical partnership between the two nations. The resolution seeks to terminate the national emergency that authorized these tariffs.
India and Mexico are discussing a free trade agreement. This comes as Mexico plans to impose new tariffs on imports from non-preferential partners like India. The terms of reference for the pact are expected soon. Both nations aim for mutually beneficial solutions. This move could strengthen bilateral trade ties and address concerns over rising duties.
Trump’s ‘illegal’ tariffs on India challenged as US lawmakers move to end emergency duties
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Trump India Tariffs: Democratic lawmakers have introduced a resolution to terminate the national emergency used by President Trump to impose steep tariffs on Indian imports. They argue these “illegal tariffs” abuse executive power, damage a key strategic partnership, and harm American workers and consumers. The move aims to restore Congress’s constitutional authority over trade and […]
India is actively engaging with Mexico to find mutually beneficial solutions regarding Mexico’s unilateral tariff hikes on certain products. While New Delhi seeks to protect its exporters’ interests, both nations are also working towards finalizing terms for a free trade agreement to stabilize trade relations.
A range of issues relating to bilateral ties were discussed during two-day visit to Beijing of Sujit Ghosh, the joint secretary in the East Asia division at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
India, France near deal on tax treaty, to lower levy on dividends paid to French parent companies
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India and France are nearing a revised tax treaty that will reduce dividend taxes for French parent companies holding over 10% stakes to 5%, while increasing it to 15% for minority shareholders. The agreement also proposes allowing India to tax share sales by any French entity, shifting to a source-based capital gains framework.
India’s apparel sector anticipates a significant boost from the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. Negotiations are progressing positively, aiming to reduce import duties on Indian garments in the European Union. This move is projected to increase exports by 20-25% in the coming years. The agreement will foster stable investment and strengthen India’s position in premium European […]
Cabinet approves India-Oman trade pact; may be signed during PM’s Oman visit on Dec 17-18
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India and Oman are set to sign a free trade agreement. The pact will be signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Oman from December 17-18. This Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement aims to boost trade and investment between the two nations. Oman is a significant export market for India in the Gulf region.