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The U.S. Ambassador-designate, Sergio Gor, met India’s Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal (often referred to in media as “Agrawal” in earlier reports) in New Delhi. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties. Diplomatic Visit Gor is on a six-day visit to India before formally taking charge. He arrived accompanied by Michael J. Rigas, […]
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has landed in Mumbai leading a record 125-member trade delegation, seeking to strengthen economic and cultural ties with India. The visit comes soon after the signing of the UK-India free trade agreement in July. Focus on Films and Business Starmer’s team includes business leaders, cultural representatives, and film industry executives. […]
Business Trade
India and the United States are continuing dialogue over a proposed bilateral trade agreement, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal saying that both sides hope to “find a landing ground” on key issues. He confirmed that discussions are ongoing at various levels even amid a U.S. government shutdown. Trade Deal Timeline and Challenges Goyal indicated that […]
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has arrived in India with a high-level delegation to strengthen trade and business ties. The visit comes just months after the two countries signed a free trade agreement in July. Trade, Not Visas Starmer made it clear that the focus of his visit is purely economic. He stressed that visa […]
Business Trade
The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) came into effect on October 1, 2025, as announced by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. The pact involves Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. Key Features of the Agreement Under TEPA, EFTA will remove or reduce tariffs on about 92.2% of […]
Business Trade
India’s long-awaited trade deal with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) will officially begin on October 1, 2025. The pact, formally known as the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), was signed in March 2024 after 16 years of negotiations. Investment Commitments And Economic Goals Under the agreement, EFTA member countries — Iceland, Liechtenstein,
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Trade negotiations between India and the United States have resumed in New York, and sources describe the initial rounds as “encouraging.” The renewed engagement comes after months of tension over tariffs and energy policy. Key Players at the Table India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and senior officials, including lead negotiator Rajesh Agrawal, are participating in