Switzerland Pivots to India as "Huge Priority" Amid 39% US Tariffs: Strategic Economic Partnership Evolves

Oct 16, 2025 01:55 pm CST

Switzerland is actively shifting its economic focus toward India as a strategic partner in response to steep 39% US tariffs. The recently implemented India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement aims to generate USD 100 billion in investments and create one million jobs in India over 15 years, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations between the two nations.