India


Next round of India-EU FTA talks in 2025
India and the EU are set to hold the next round of FTA negotiations in early next year. Limited progress was achieved on rules of origin and government procurement.
India, UAE investment promotion, protection treaty comes into effect from August 31: Finance ministry
Enforcement of this pact with the UAE gives continuity of investment protection to investors of both the countries.
India and Uzbekistan sign Bilateral Investment Treaty in Tashkent
India and Uzbekistan have signed a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) to boost economic cooperation and protect investors. The BIT aims to increase investor confidence, provide dispute resolution mechanisms, and protect investments from expropriation.
India signs key pacts on clean and fair economies under IPEF, no progress on trade pillar yet
India is now signatory to three out of the four pillars under the IPEF, sees current terms of the trade pact as less favourable for the country.
India, Korea discuss upgrading of existing trade pact; promoting investments
The two countries are holding review meetings to upgrade the CEPA, which was operationalised in January 2010. So far, over 10 rounds of review talks have been held.
India to sign bilateral investment treaty with Uzbekistan during FM Sitharaman’s visit
India's Finance Minister will sign a bilateral investment treaty between India and Uzbekistan.
Dairy sensitive sector; no plans to open up in any FTAs: Piyush Goyal
India's dairy sector remains protected from duty concessions under FTAs to safeguard small farmers' livelihoods. Despite discussions with trading partners like Switzerland, Norway, and Australia, India has maintained its stance on protecting the dairy industry. While open to trade, India imposes customs duties on dairy products to ensure a level playing field for its domestic farmers.
India, Russia aim for speedy conclusion of bilateral investment treaty
Following the expiration of their previous investment treaty, India and Russia are negotiating a new agreement to boost investments and business cooperation. The negotiations, which began in July, were initiated after a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Talks for India-EU free trade agreement to be held next week in Delhi
India and the EU are continuing negotiations for a free trade agreement. The next round of talks will focus on trade, investment, and other key areas. Both sides are discussing concerns about sustainability measures and the impact on Indian industries. The UK and India have held eight rounds of negotiations so far.
India, UAE to review trade deal in talks this week, sources say
Indian and Emirati officials are expected to review their trade agreement this week amid concerns raised by Indian industry over a sharp increase in imports of precious metals from the United Arab Emirates.