India-UAE relations
Shri Piyush Goyal, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry, visited the UAE to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties. He co-chaired the UAE-India Business Council Roundtable, discussing key projects and inviting businesses to explore opportunities in both countries and beyond. The visit highlighted India's economic growth
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The third round of negotiations for the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concluded successfully on September 19, 2025, in Queenstown, New Zealand. The discussions aimed to strengthen economic ties and work towards a balanced agreement, guided by the visions of Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Christopher Luxon. With India&
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The 13th meeting of the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments, co-chaired by Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Indian Minister Piyush Goyal, focused on enhancing bilateral trade and investment. The meeting highlighted a 34% increase in non-oil trade, reaching nearly $38 billion in the first half
India-Germany Relations
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, met with German Foreign Minister Dr. Johann David Wadephul to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The discussions included cooperation in innovation, sustainability, and technology, with a focus on doubling trade, addressing non-tariff barriers, and supporting German businesses in India. Both sides
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Union Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced at the 20th CII India-Africa Business Conclave that India and Africa are set to double their bilateral trade by 2030. The focus will be on value addition, technology-driven agriculture, renewable energy, and healthcare. Goyal emphasized the importance of collaboration in various sectors,
India-Australia CECA
The 11th Round of India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (Ind-Aus CECA) negotiations took place in New Delhi from August 18-23, 2025. The discussions focused on various areas including Goods, Services, Digital Trade, and Labour, aiming to strengthen bilateral trade and economic partnerships. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to achieving a
AITIGA
India hosted the 10th Meeting of the ASEAN–India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) Joint Committee from August 10 to 14, 2025, in New Delhi. The meeting aimed to review and enhance the effectiveness of AITIGA, with participation from all ten ASEAN member states. Seven sub-committees also convened to discuss
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During a joint press statement, the Indian Prime Minister welcomed the President of the Philippines, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. They announced the elevation of their relationship to a Strategic Partnership, discussed bilateral trade exceeding $3 billion, and emphasized cooperation in various sectors including
Bilateral Trade
The Indian Government is analyzing a recent statement by the US President regarding bilateral trade. Ongoing negotiations aim to finalize a fair and mutually beneficial trade agreement. The Government emphasizes the importance of protecting farmers, entrepreneurs, and MSMEs, and is committed to securing national interests in trade agreements, including the
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The second round of negotiations for the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concluded in New Delhi, marking significant advancements in various trade areas. The third round is scheduled for September 2025 in New Zealand. Bilateral trade reached USD 1.3 billion in FY 2024-25, reflecting a 48.6% growth,
Textiles
Union Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, inaugurated the 16th India Trend Fair 2025 in Tokyo, strengthening ties with Japanese companies. He held meetings with major firms like YKK Corporation and Workman Co, inviting them to invest in India's textile sector and PM MITRA Parks. The event aimed
India-Brazil Relations
During his State Visit to Brasilia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to discuss the multifaceted Strategic Partnership between India and Brazil. The leaders focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, defense, health, renewable energy, and technology, while also addressing terrorism and climate change.