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EU-India FTA and Semiconductor Partnership: Critical Progress in November 2025
The EU-India Free Trade Agreement negotiations, which resumed with renewed momentum since 2022, reached a critical juncture in November 2025. Both sides concluded intensive talks in New Delhi, with India's Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal engaging European Commission Director-General for Trade Sabine Weyand. With 10 of the 20 FTA chapters finalised and several others agreed in principle, negotiators confirmed their shared objective of concluding the agreement by year-end. Th

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EU Ties Set to Boost Assam’s Innovation and Local Industries
Ambassador Hervé Delphin, Ambassador of the European Union to India, met recently in New Delhi with Dr. Ravi Kota, Chief Secretary of Assam, to discuss EU-India cooperation in the North East and Assam. During their engagement, both officials reiterated the European Union's commitment to promoting opportunities for cooperation and investments in the North East and Assam, with particular focus on technology, semiconductors, green energy, and fragrances. Follow-Up to Advantage A

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How India and Romania Are Boosting Business Links for a Stronger Economic Future
India's Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Shri Jitin Prasada, held a bilateral meeting with Romania's Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Ms. Oana-Silvia Țoiu, in Bucharest to expand bilateral trade and establish resilient supply chains within the India-EU economic framework. India's exports to Romania reached USD 1.03 billion in FY 2024-25, with overall bilateral trade at approximately USD 2.98 billion in FY 2023-24, underscoring Romania's significance as a trading pa

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European Parliament's Trade Committee Concludes Three-Day India Mission on Bilateral FTA
The Committee on International Trade (INTA) of the European Parliament concluded an intensive three-day visit to India from October 27-29, 2025, marking a significant engagement between European and Indian leadership during critical negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement. The mission brought together seven Members of the European Parliament with Indian Ministers and parliamentary representatives to advance mutual understanding on bilateral economic cooperation.

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EU-India Trade Talks Mark Substantial Progress
In a significant development for international trade relations, intensive discussions between Indian Minister Piyush Goyal and EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič in Brussels have laid new groundwork for advancing the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The talks, undertaken at a high diplomatic level and characterized by transparency and mutual trust, signal meaningful progress on complex areas vital for both regions’ economic futures. Intensiv

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India and Cyprus Accelerate Diplomatic and Economic Partnership at Cyprus Forum 2025
India’s active participation at Cyprus Forum 2025 has marked an important milestone in the evolving diplomatic and strategic partnership between Cyprus and India. The event highlighted India’s vision for global connectivity through the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and reinforced the shared commitment of both nations to sustainable development, transparent governance, and rule-based international cooperation. Indian High Commissioner’s Remarks: Transforma

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India-EU FTA Talks Move to Political Level as Minister Piyush Goyal Prepares Brussels Visit
The long-awaited India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has entered a decisive phase, with negotiations now advancing to the political level. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to visit Brussels later this month to meet EU Executive Vice President and Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič, a move that marks a major step toward resolving the remaining differences in one of India’s most significant trade negotiations. Talks Elevated to Political Level

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Europe’s Semiconductor Ambitions: Assessing the Chips Act 2 and India-EU Collaboration Prospects
The European Chips Act 2 sets out an ambitious vision to bolster the EU’s semiconductor ecosystem, targeting a 20 percent share of the...

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EU Elevates Global Connectivity Strategy as Kaja Kallas Outlines Partnership Vision at Brussels Forum
The European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas presented the EU's strategic approach to...

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Official Agreements and Benefits from the UK PM’s India Trip Unveiled
The visit of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom to India has culminated in several key outcomes, fostering closer collaboration...

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India and UK Leaders to Meet in Mumbai to Advance Vision 2035 Collaboration
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer will begin his official visit to India tomorrow, October 8, 2025, upon the...

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EU Ambassador Calls for Earnest Engagement as 14th Round of India-EU FTA Talks Commences
EU Ambassador to India Hervé Delphin has emphasized the need for resolving critical outstanding issues as India and the European Union...

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India Sets New Trade Milestone with EFTA’s $100 Billion Investment Commitment
The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) officially entered into force on October 1, 2025, following the Prosperity...

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From Vision to Action: Ambassador Delphin on Advancing EU-India Business and Textiles Collaboration
Ambassador H.E. Hervé Delphin's keynote address at the India's World Magazine Event delivered compelling insights into the evolving...

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UK and India Renew Tax System Collaboration Partnership in London
The United Kingdom and India renewed their tax administration partnership in London last week, with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and...

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India–UK CETA IPR Chapter: Understanding the Real Impact
The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) continues to attract significant attention, particularly the Intellectual...

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Textile Roadshow: Indian Craft, Sustainability, and Trade Opportunities Shine in UK
Indian textile leaders gathered in London to present India’s achievements, innovations, and collaborative spirit to the UK textile...

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EU and India: Entering a New Era of Vision and Value
The European Union has formally proposed a ‘New Strategic EU-India Agenda’ designed to elevate its partnership with India across multiple...

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India-Moldova Economic Dialogue Advances Priorities in Education, Digital, Defence, and More
Ambassador Manoj Kumar Mohapatra met Mr. Ion Lupan, Head of the Secretariat of the Economic Council to the Prime Minister of Moldova, to...

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EU-India FTA Negotiations Progress as Commissioner Šefčovič Addresses Automotive Industry Leaders in New Delhi
European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič delivered a keynote address at the 65th Annual Session of the...

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