Piyush Goyal
India Promises to Protect Farmers and Small Industries in Ongoing US Trade Negotiations
Oct 18, 2025 08:16 pm CST
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal affirms India's commitment to safeguarding farmers, fishermen, and MSMEs in ongoing US trade talks, as both nations work toward doubling bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030 despite current tariff challenges imposed by the Trump administration.
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.
Indian Senior Officials to Visit US for Advancing Bilateral Trade Agreement Negotiations
Oct 13, 2025 05:28 pm CST
A high-level Indian delegation is visiting the US this week to continue negotiations on the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement, aimed at doubling trade to $500 billion by 2030. The talks come amid US tariffs on Indian goods and follow five previous rounds of discussions, with both nations working toward concluding the first phase by late 2025.
India and Canada Seek to Revitalize Economic Partnership Through Ministerial Talks
Oct 12, 2025 03:16 am CST
Commerce ministers from India and Canada held productive discussions to strengthen bilateral trade relations, focusing on mutual economic opportunities in clean technology, AI, agriculture, and critical minerals. This diplomatic engagement follows a period of strained relations and aims to revitalize the Early Progress Trade Agreement negotiations that were paused in 2023.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand's Diplomatic Visit to India: Advancing Trade, Energy, and Security Cooperation
Oct 11, 2025 04:02 pm CST
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is set to visit India on October 13 as part of a broader diplomatic tour including Singapore and China. During her India visit, she will meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to establish a strategic cooperation framework focusing on trade diversification, energy transformation, and security matters. This diplomatic engagement represents a significant step in restoring India-Canada relations following recent efforts by Prime Minister Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to reset bilateral ties.
India-EFTA Trade Agreement Officially Comes Into Force: A Milestone for Economic Cooperation
Oct 02, 2025 01:47 am CST
India's Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has officially been implemented, as announced by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. This historic agreement aims to boost trade, attract investments, and create jobs, marking a significant advancement in India's economic relations with European nations.
India-EFTA Trade Agreement: $100 Billion Investment Commitment and Reduced Duties on European Products Starting October 1
Sep 30, 2025 03:54 pm CST
India's Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association will take effect October 1, bringing a $100 billion investment commitment over 15 years while reducing duties on European products. This landmark agreement with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland promises to create one million direct jobs in India while giving consumers access to high-quality European goods at lower prices.
Trump's Commerce Secretary: "US Will Have To Fix India" Amid Escalating Tariff Tensions
Sep 28, 2025 03:25 pm CST
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick states that America needs to "fix" trade relations with several countries, including India and Brazil, demanding they open markets and stop harmful policies. Following Trump's 50% tariff on Indian imports, trade talks have resumed with a delegation led by India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal visiting Washington to negotiate a potential agreement.
Italy's Deputy PM Antonio Tajani Endorses India-EU Free Trade Agreement Finalization at UN Meeting
Sep 26, 2025 07:20 pm CST
Italy's Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani met with Indian officials S Jaishankar and Piyush Goyal at the UN General Assembly, expressing strong support for finalizing the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. The meeting underscores the growing strategic partnership between Italy and India, with Tajani planning a future visit and announcing a 500 million euro support measure for Italian exporters. The EU remains India's second-largest trading partner with bilateral trade reaching EUR 120 billion in 2024.
India, US Trade Talks On At Different Levels: Official
Sep 24, 2025 09:56 pm CST
India-US talks are happening at different levels covering both trade and non-trade issues, an official said.