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India Promises "Appropriate Measures" in Response to Mexico's 50% Import Tariffs: Trade Tensions Rise
Dec 13, 2025 11:03 pm CST
India has warned it will take appropriate measures to protect its exporters after Mexico approved a 50% tariff increase on select Indian products effective January 2026. Officials from India's Department of Commerce are engaging with Mexico's Ministry of Economy to find mutually beneficial solutions aligned with global trade rules, as both nations explore potential free trade agreement negotiations that could shield Indian companies from these new tariffs.
India-US Trade Deal: Piyush Goyal Urges US to Sign Agreement If Satisfied with India's Offer
Dec 12, 2025 12:28 pm CST
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has invited the US to finalize the bilateral trade agreement if they are satisfied with India's offer, which US officials have described as their "best ever" received. The proposed deal aims to address the 50% tariffs imposed on Indian goods while balancing agricultural concessions and protecting Indian farmers' interests. Both nations continue negotiations amid ongoing economic dialogue between PM Modi and President Trump.
India-EU Free Trade Agreement Nears Completion: Piyush Goyal Confirms Framework Almost Ready
Dec 10, 2025 11:23 pm CST
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced that the India-EU Free Trade Agreement framework is nearly complete following productive meetings with EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic. India is simultaneously advancing trade negotiations with multiple countries including Israel, Chile, Oman, and New Zealand, positioning itself as a central player in global trade relations thanks to its strong economic growth and skilled workforce.
Russia Remains India's Vital Strategic Partner in Defence and Technology Despite Global Shifts
Dec 04, 2025 11:13 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reaffirms Russia's position as India's key strategic partner in defence and technology sectors during the 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission meeting. The bilateral relationship continues to flourish despite global geopolitical changes, with President Putin's visit expected to strengthen the special privileged partnership between the two nations through discussions on defence contracts, technology transfer, and trade agreements.
Vladimir Putin's India Visit: Strengthening Trade, Defense and Diplomatic Ties Between Long-Standing Partners
Dec 04, 2025 03:18 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day state visit to India focuses on expanding trade relations, defense cooperation including potential Su-57 fighter jet acquisitions, and finalizing a mobility agreement for skilled workers. The visit underscores one of the world's most enduring bilateral partnerships amid evolving global dynamics and includes discussions on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
India and Israel Launch Free Trade Agreement Negotiations: Strengthening Economic Ties and Strategic Partnership
Nov 21, 2025 12:49 am CST
India and Israel have formally signed Terms of Reference to begin Free Trade Agreement negotiations, aiming to enhance bilateral trade, investment flows, and cooperation in technology sectors. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the complementary nature of both economies and the potential for mutual growth through increased market access and strategic partnership in innovation and deep-tech industries.
EU Carbon Tax and Regulations Could Harm European Business Growth, Warns Indian Minister Piyush Goyal
Oct 25, 2025 12:37 am CST
Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal warns that the European Union's 73 regulatory measures, including Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and Deforestation Regulation, could significantly impact EU businesses and trade relationships while complicating compliance requirements for international partners. The statements come as India negotiates a free trade agreement with the EU amid concerns that Indian exports worth $1.3 billion annually could face substantial tariffs.
India-EU Free Trade Agreement Set to Conclude by December, Says Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal
Oct 16, 2025 01:56 pm CST
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal announces that India-EU free trade agreement negotiations are in their final stages with expected conclusion by December. The 14th round of talks covered 12 policy areas focusing on market access, Rules of Origin, and technical barriers to trade, representing a significant partnership between the $20 trillion EU bloc and India, the world's fastest growing large economy.
India-EFTA Trade Agreement: $100 Billion Investment and One Million Jobs Through Historic European Partnership
Oct 12, 2025 02:39 am CST
India's landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with four European Free Trade Association countries has come into effect, promising $100 billion in investments and one million direct jobs over 15 years. This historic agreement provides balanced market access, supports key economic sectors, and establishes India's first FTA with binding investment and job creation commitments.
India-UK Free Trade Agreement: Boosting MSMEs, Creating Jobs and Doubling Bilateral Trade by 2030
Oct 09, 2025 06:49 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British PM Keir Starmer discussed the newly signed India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which aims to boost MSMEs, create jobs, and double bilateral trade from the current $56 billion before 2030. The agreement will enhance market access, reduce tariffs, and bring nine UK universities to India, demonstrating both nations' commitment to strengthening economic and educational partnerships during global uncertainty.