Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the India-UK Free Trade Agreement marks a historic milestone, urging both nations to jointly strengthen arbitration and mediation systems. He stressed accessible, efficient dispute resolution mechanisms to boost investor confidence, trade growth, and deeper economic cooperation
India and Ecuador discussed a potential preferential trade agreement and expanded cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, and digital tech during talks between S. Jaishankar and Foreign Minister Gabriela Sommerfeld, alongside new MoUs and development grants
The India–New Zealand FTA is set to boost India’s leather sector, with zero tariffs enhancing exports. Piyush Goyal said the industry could reach $50 billion by 2030, leveraging manufacturing strength and global market access
New Delhi will host the signing of the New Zealand-India Free Trade Agreement on April 27 after legal verification, with Todd McClay highlighting expanded market access, major tariff cuts, and economic gains for New Zealand exporters
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar concluded a productive Brussels visit, meeting EU leadership to advance the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. The talks prioritized strategic cooperation in technology, de-risking supply chains, security partnerships, and connectivity initiatives like the IMEC corridor
