India, EU seal ‘mother of all FTAs’: 96% trade to go tariff-free; small cars and dairy stay protected – The Times of India

India, EU seal ‘mother of all FTAs’: 96% trade to go tariff-free; small cars and dairy stay protected – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: India and the European Union on Tuesday announced the finalisation of “mother of all FTAs”, that will result in gradual tariff reduction for 96% of exports from both sides, while keeping contentious items such as cereals and dairy products outside the ambit.While Indian textiles, marine products, leather and footwear, gems and jewelry, toys…

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Zero tariffs on gems, jewellery, plastic: How will FTA with EU benefit India? ‘Mother of all trade deals’ explained – The Times of India

Zero tariffs on gems, jewellery, plastic: How will FTA with EU benefit India? ‘Mother of all trade deals’ explained – The Times of India

India-EU FTA discussions concluded: India and the European Union have successfully concluded discussions for the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The move is a significant step forward for India’s exports at a time when it is looking to diversify away from the US in the wake of President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs.At the signing and…

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‘Europe financing war against themselves’: India-EU ‘mother of all trade deals’ draws US ire – The Times of India

‘Europe financing war against themselves’: India-EU ‘mother of all trade deals’ draws US ire – The Times of India

US treasury secretary Scott Bessent attacked the India-EU free trade agreement set to be announced on Tuesday, accusing Europe of indirectly funding the Russia-Ukraine war through energy trade routed via India. The pact has been dubbed as “mother of all deal,” by both Indian and European leaders. The senior aide to President Trump said European…

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India-EU FTA nears completion: How ‘mother of all trade deals’ can offer gains amid Trump’s tariff uncertainty – explained – The Times of India

India-EU FTA nears completion: How ‘mother of all trade deals’ can offer gains amid Trump’s tariff uncertainty – explained – The Times of India

India and the European Union are on the verge of sealing their long-delayed free trade agreement. (AI image) In a historic first, India and the European Union are all set to seal a trade deal that has taken almost two decades to finalize. The scale of the proposed free trade agreement is evident in Commerce…

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‘India won’t sign any trade deal in a hurry’: Piyush Goyal’s clear message amid talks with US, EU; ‘will reject restrictive conditions’ – The Times of India

‘India won’t sign any trade deal in a hurry’: Piyush Goyal’s clear message amid talks with US, EU; ‘will reject restrictive conditions’ – The Times of India

India has shown openness to procure US energy and diversify its crude basket, but has been firm on its right to decide the source of crude oil purchases. At a time when India is engaged with the US and European Union for trade talks, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has made it clear that no trade…

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India-EU trade: ‘Fair and balanced’ deal by December end; here’s what Piyush Goyal said in Doha – The Times of India

India-EU trade: ‘Fair and balanced’ deal by December end; here’s what Piyush Goyal said in Doha – The Times of India

India is hopeful of reaching a “fair and balanced” trade agreement with the European Union (EU) by the end of December, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday. The comments come as the 14th round of trade talks between the two sides takes place in Brussels.Goyal said that negotiations would be carried forward…

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PM Modi speaks to Italy’s Georgia Meloni: Leaders reaffirm strategic partnership; discuss Ukraine conflict, India-EU trade deal | India News – The Times of India

PM Modi speaks to Italy’s Georgia Meloni: Leaders reaffirm strategic partnership; discuss Ukraine conflict, India-EU trade deal | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday spoke over phone with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni, discussing bilateral ties, trade, and global issues including the Ukraine conflict.In a post on X, PM Modi said: “Had an excellent conversation with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. We reaffirmed our joint commitment to deepen India-Italy Strategic Partnership, and…

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