Argentina-India trade boost: Argentine envoy eyes deeper cooperation and economic growth

Argentine Ambassador Mariano Caucino highlighted that Argentina and India are set to deepen cooperation across numerous sectors, with trade volume expected to rise. Since becoming strategic partners in 2019, economic ties have grown significantly, with India now being Argentina’s sixth-largest economic partner.

During a recent diplomatic gathering, Poland’s Ambassador to India, Piotr Antoni Switalski, championed the swift ratification of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. He underscored that Polish enterprises are eager to channel billions of euros into the Indian market.

India FTAs: India has secured preferential access to nearly 70 per cent of global trade markets through nine Free Trade Agreements with 38 developed nations. These pacts aim to boost self-reliance and economic development by 2047. Sensitive sectors have been protected while key industries like textiles and leather are set to gain new market entry.

India’s economic reforms over the past decade are yielding positive outcomes. Minister Chirag Paswan highlighted achievements like UPI and GST. New trade agreements are set to boost exports and create market opportunities. Assurances have been given that farmers’ interests will remain paramount. The focus is shifting towards value addition in agriculture and food processing.

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said India has safeguarded farmers’ interests in its US trade deal, keeping over 95% of farm produce protected while opening up access to a $55-60 trillion market with the US and EU. Speaking at the Global Business Summit, he highlighted India’s recent FTAs with New Zealand, the UK, Oman, […]

The European Union and India have made headlines by finalizing a groundbreaking free trade agreement. This strategic partnership is poised to revolutionize trade ties, facilitating extensive cooperation and connectivity. With far-reaching implications for defense and security, this agreement not only affirms the strength of EU-India relations but also sets the stage for shared stability and […]

Priorities for IndiaAmerican economist Ann E Harrison advised India to cautiously accept the US tariff cut under President Donald Trump but warned against offering excessive market access in return, calling it a “dangerous strategy.” She stressed that the US is unreliable and recommended India demand reciprocity while negotiating carefully, citing Mexico’s losses under NAFTA as […]

India and Brazil are finalising agreements to be signed during President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s visit next week, aimed at boosting pharmaceutical exports, cooperation in critical minerals and support for the civil aviation sector. The visit is also expected to deepen trade and investment ties between the two countries.

India on Thursday said the February 7 joint statement with the US remains the basis for the proposed interim trade agreement and that recent changes in the White House fact sheet reflect shared understandings between the two sides.

India’s textile exporters are set to gain zero-tariff benefits on garments made with US-origin cotton. This move mirrors concessions given to Bangladesh, ensuring competitive parity. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal clarified this, addressing concerns about unequal trade terms. The agreement aims to strengthen India-US trade ties. Domestic farm interests are also protected.