India is preparing to significantly open its tightly protected automobile market by sharply cutting import duties on cars from the European Union, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. Under a proposed India–EU free trade agreement, import tariffs on select European cars could be reduced to 40% from the current…
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Piyush Goyal’s Brussels Visit Boosts India-EU FTA Talks
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal’s recent visit to Brussels has given fresh momentum to the long-pending India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with both sides reaffirming strong political commitment to conclude a modern and mutually beneficial deal. The two-day visit, held on January 8 and 9,…
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Italy–India Business Forum 2025 | Strategic Partnership
The Italy–India Business Forum 2025, held in Mumbai on 11 December 2025, marked a significant boost to the growing economic partnership between the two nations. The event coincided with the visit of Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Antonio Tajani, and brought together…
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EU Eyes Stronger Trade, Defence Ties with India
The European Union (EU) has outlined fresh plans to strengthen trade, technology, and defence ties with India, even as concerns linger over New Delhi’s longstanding relationship with Moscow. The move signals Brussels’ intent to deepen strategic cooperation with one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. FTA Negotiations Nearing Conclusion Both sides…