Category : Trade & Export


UAE's Rail Revolution: Etihad Rail 2026 Launch

The United Arab Emirates prepares for a transportation transformation as Etihad Rail announces passenger services launching in 2026, connecting all seven emirates with modern trains and reducing travel times significantly.

India-EU FTA: A Strategic Economic Shift

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement marks a pivotal moment in trade diplomacy, signaling India's confident move toward rules-based global engagement while protecting sensitive sectors.

Goyal Counters Congress Criticism of India-EU Trade Deal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal strongly rebutted Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's criticism of the India-EU FTA, defending it as a landmark economic deal that will create growth and jobs while dismissing opposition concerns as politically motivated.

US Disappointed by India-EU Trade Deal

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen voices disappointment regarding the India-EU trade agreement, highlighting concerns over US economic interests and global trade dynamics.

India-EU FTA: Turkey Cannot Reroute Goods to India

India and the EU have concluded FTA negotiations, but Turkey cannot benefit despite EU-Turkey Customs Union. Officials clarify Turkish goods cannot enter India duty-free via EU ports due to rules of origin.

India's Strategic Edge in EU-US Trade Agreement

India has secured a significant strategic advantage through a new trade agreement with the European Union and the United States, enhancing economic cooperation and geopolitical influence.

India-EU FTA: Bank Branches, Insurance FDI for Visa Benefits

India will allow EU banks to open 15 branches over four years and maintain 100% FDI in insurance in exchange for stable visa rules for professionals. AYUSH practitioners gain clinic rights, and intra-corporate transferees get extended visas.

India-EU Trade Deal Includes Future Regulation Safeguards

The India-EU trade agreement incorporates two key provisions—Rapid Response Mechanism and Non-Violation Complaints—to address potential future regulations that could hinder trade benefits for exporters, officials confirmed.

EU-India Trade Deal: Luxury Car Quotas & Duty Cuts

The EU-India trade agreement provides lower duty access for European luxury carmakers like BMW and Mercedes, with quotas starting at 1 lakh vehicles. Indian manufacturers get higher EU quotas to boost exports.

India-EU Trade Deal Boosts Panipat Textile Exports

The India-EU trade agreement eliminates tariffs on textiles and apparel, providing relief to Panipat's export houses after US tariff losses. Industry leaders seek government support to tap new European markets.

India-EU FTA to Boost Rajasthan Exports from Jaipur

The India-European Union Free Trade Agreement is set to unlock new opportunities for Rajasthan's gems, jewellery and textile sectors, with Jaipur exporters expecting increased European orders as tariffs are phased out.

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