bilateral trade

  • Ireland Strongly Supports India-EU Free Trade Deal: Ambassador Kevin Kelly Highlights Growing Bilateral Relations

    Ireland Strongly Supports India-EU Free Trade Deal: Ambassador Kevin Kelly Highlights Growing Bilateral Relations

    Nov 29, 2025 01:25 pm CST

    Irish Ambassador to India Kevin Kelly expresses optimism about the India-EU Free Trade Agreement in an exclusive interview, highlighting growing bilateral trade of 16 billion euros annually, increasing mobility of Indian professionals to Ireland, cultural partnerships, and regional cooperation efforts. Ireland views the pending trade deal as transformative with mutual benefits, while also addressing diaspora concerns and emphasizing counter-terrorism collaboration.

  • India and Canada Relaunch CEPA Negotiations to Reset Diplomatic and Economic Relations

    India and Canada Relaunch CEPA Negotiations to Reset Diplomatic and Economic Relations

    Nov 24, 2025 01:43 am CST

    India and Canada have agreed to restart negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant diplomatic reset after years of strained relations. Following a meeting between PM Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney at the G20 Summit, both nations committed to doubling bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030 while enhancing cooperation in civil nuclear energy, critical technologies, and artificial intelligence through the new Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation Partnership.

  • India and Israel Launch Free Trade Agreement Negotiations: Strengthening Economic Ties and Strategic Partnership

    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.

  • Russia-China Relations Reach Historic Peak: Putin Highlights Strategic Partnership Growth During Meeting With Premier Li Qiang

    Russia-China Relations Reach Historic Peak: Putin Highlights Strategic Partnership Growth During Meeting With Premier Li Qiang

    Nov 20, 2025 10:08 pm CST

    President Putin and Premier Li Qiang's recent meeting showcases the unprecedented strength of Russia-China relations, with record-breaking bilateral trade and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. The comprehensive strategic partnership, based on equality and mutual support, is entering a new era of collaboration including visa-free travel arrangements, energy projects, and educational initiatives planned for 2026-2027.

  • India Imposes USD 121.55 Per Tonne Anti-Dumping Duty on Vietnamese Steel for Five Years: Protecting Domestic Industry

    India Imposes USD 121.55 Per Tonne Anti-Dumping Duty on Vietnamese Steel for Five Years: Protecting Domestic Industry

    Nov 14, 2025 08:21 am CST

    India has implemented a five-year anti-dumping duty of USD 121.55 per tonne on hot rolled flat steel products from Vietnam following DGTR recommendations. This protective measure aims to shield domestic manufacturers from cheap imports while balancing trade relations between the two WTO and ASEAN-connected nations, whose bilateral trade reached USD 14.81 billion in 2023-24.

  • India-Russia Trade Expansion: Seeking Approvals for Marine and Pharmaceutical Exports to Reach $100 Billion Goal by 2030

    India-Russia Trade Expansion: Seeking Approvals for Marine and Pharmaceutical Exports to Reach $100 Billion Goal by 2030

    Nov 14, 2025 03:10 am CST

    India seeks Russia's expedited approval for marine and pharmaceutical exports as part of strategic efforts to enhance bilateral trade from current $25 billion to $100 billion by 2030. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal's Moscow visit resulted in a comprehensive trade protocol covering multiple sectors including engineering, chemicals, electronics, and IT services, with both nations committing to explore payment solutions benefiting businesses of all sizes.

  • Trump Calls PM Modi "A Great Man," Hints at Potential India Visit in 2025 Amid Trade Negotiations

    Trump Calls PM Modi "A Great Man," Hints at Potential India Visit in 2025 Amid Trade Negotiations

    Nov 07, 2025 10:41 am CST

    President Trump praised Prime Minister Modi as "a great man" during a White House briefing, suggesting he may visit India next year despite recent trade tensions. This statement comes amid ongoing negotiations following US tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases, with both nations working to strengthen bilateral relations despite differences in energy policy.

  • Strategic Diplomacy: How Japan

    Strategic Diplomacy: How Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi Strengthened US Alliance During Trump's Visit

    Oct 28, 2025 06:41 pm CST

    Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi employed sophisticated diplomatic strategies during US President Donald Trump's first visit, securing critical minerals agreements, accelerating defense commitments, and leveraging personal connections through the Shinzo Abe legacy. The visit showcased Tokyo's commitment to strengthening the US-Japan alliance through carefully orchestrated diplomatic gestures, strategic agreements, and symbolic exchanges designed to appeal to American priorities.

  • PM Modi Thanks Trump for Diwali Wishes, Emphasizes United Stand Against Terrorism

    PM Modi Thanks Trump for Diwali Wishes, Emphasizes United Stand Against Terrorism

    Oct 22, 2025 11:04 am CST

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked President Donald Trump for Diwali greetings and emphasized joint efforts against terrorism amid growing US-Pakistan relations. Trump hosted a White House Diwali celebration where he discussed conversations with Modi regarding Russian oil imports and India-Pakistan relations, though India has rejected some of these claims.

  • US Ambassador Sergio Gor Meets PM Modi: Strengthening US-India Relations Despite Trade Tensions

    US Ambassador Sergio Gor Meets PM Modi: Strengthening US-India Relations Despite Trade Tensions

    Oct 11, 2025 10:36 pm CST

    US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss trade, critical minerals, and defense cooperation, expressing optimism about bilateral relations despite recent tensions over Trump's 50% tariffs on Indian exports. Both countries continue negotiations toward a bilateral trade agreement with hopes of meeting the November deadline, as confirmed by India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.