India-US trade pact: Officials discuss market access, digital trade, customs facilitation

India and the US engaged in discussions regarding a proposed bilateral trade agreement. Talks covered market access, digital trade, and customs facilitation. Both sides aim for a swift conclusion to the initial agreement. The US delegation visited India for in-depth negotiations. They are working towards a mutually beneficial agreement by fall 2025. The US is […]

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal proposed developing a dedicated enclave for Swiss businesses in India to attract investment. He highlighted the government’s commitment by resolving a Swiss company’s land issue in Maharashtra within hours. Goyal invited Swiss companies to invest in industrial parks across India, emphasizing the availability of skilled talent and favorable incentives.

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India and the European Union are close to finalising a free trade agreement, with only a few issues remaining. Talks resumed in 2022 after a nine-year gap. The proposed deal covers 23 policy areas. In 2023-24, bilateral goods trade stood at $137.41 billion, and services trade at $51.45 billion.

India and the United States are in talks for a trade deal, aiming for a June deadline. Swaminathan Aiyar suggests India should stand firm like China. He believes Trump is eager for deals before the 90-day deadline. Howard Lutnick is optimistic about a US-India trade agreement before July. Negotiations are progressing, with the US team […]

India and EFTA’s trade agreement may start in September. Piyush Goyal mentioned this after the agreement was signed on March 10, 2024. India will receive USD 100 billion investment in 15 years. Approvals are in progress. Goyal is in Switzerland to boost trade. Swiss firms are interested in pharma and cybersecurity sectors. There is excitement […]

Finland’s Ambassador Kimmo Lahdevirta is optimistic about finalizing the India-EU trade deal by year-end, highlighting the “historic” EU Commissioners’ visit to India. He inaugurated Finland’s honorary consulate in Ahmedabad, emphasizing the deepening partnership and growing business interest. Several Finnish companies are keen to invest in Gujarat, focusing on sectors like clean energy and sustainable solutions.

India is keen to finalize a trade agreement with the US by initially focusing on easily achievable aspects, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. Discussions are underway in New Delhi, with hopes of an interim deal before July 9. Both nations aim to significantly increase bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030, building on […]

India’s trade pact with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)—comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—will take effect by September, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. The deal includes a $100 billion investment commitment over 15 years.

Piyush Goyal will visit Switzerland and Sweden this week. He will meet business leaders to discuss trade and investments. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral economic ties. Discussions will cover sectors like pharma, engineering, and high-tech manufacturing. Goyal will also explore opportunities from the India-EFTA agreement. In Sweden, he will co-chair a joint commission.

US and India are in trade talks. A US trade team is in India for negotiations. The team has extended its stay, signaling progress. Both countries aim for an early agreement by July. Reciprocal tariffs are facing legal challenges. Piyush Goyal met Howard Lutnick in May. Lutnick is optimistic about a trade deal soon. India […]