The India-EU Free Trade Agreement will create new opportunities for businesses and strengthen commercial ties, Finland trade counsellor Antti Herlevi said. He also highlighted potential India-Finland collaboration in circular economy models, sustainable production and resource conservation
Union Cabinet of India approved the ₹12,980 crore “Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool” to provide domestic marine insurance cover for Indian trade. The initiative aims to reduce dependence on foreign insurers, strengthen sovereignty, and ensure continuity amid global geopolitical risks
India is in talks with 14 countries or blocs representing 50 nations on fair and balanced trade agreements, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. He highlighted India’s focus on resilient supply chains, self-reliance, innovation, and expanding partnerships through major FTAs
India is negotiating free trade agreements with the US, EU, and several other countries, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. Talks with the US aim to double trade to $500 billion by 2030, while the India-EFTA pact takes effect on October 1
The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) will take effect on October 1, Switzerland announced. The pact commits $100 billion investment over 15 years, ensures sustainable trade provisions, and offers India improved market access for Swiss goods and services
India has imposed anti-dumping duties on four chemicals, including PEDA and Acetonitrile, from China and other countries to protect domestic industries. The five-year tariffs follow trade remedy recommendations amid rising imports and a growing trade deficit with China
India’s trade deficit narrowed to $21.88 billion in May 2025, helped by strong electronics exports and falling imports. Forex reserves rose to $696.66 billion, boosting the RBI’s ability to stabilize the rupee amid global uncertainty and geopolitical tensions
