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Can the US and India finally seal a trade deal? New push targets tariffs, tech rules, and market access
December 11, 2025 4:29 pm
A $200-billion relationship hangs in the balance as both nations test political limits to revive a stalled bilateral agreement
Why is India signing so many FTAs? It's not economics, stupid
December 11, 2025 11:08 pm
As geopolitics shifts, the purpose of Regional Trade Agreements is shifting with it: From economic instruments to political safety nets. About time — after a lull of four years, an India–Russia FTA looks increasingly logical
The world this week | Delhi to reopen embassy in Kabul; PM Modi hails India-UK ties as crucial for global stability; Gazans return to ruined homes
October 12, 2025 11:28 am
From India’s strategic outreach to the Taliban government in Afghanistan, to British PM Starmer’s push to double down on the potential of the trade deal with Delhi, and lingering uncertainty over whether Trump’s peace plan can truly end the war in Gaza, a lot has happened in the world this week.
Automobile & agricultural items remain sticky points in India-EU FTA talks
September 25, 2025 4:43 am
The report said that high-level interventions by senior EU officials with Indian authorities were useful in better understanding each side's position but did not “allow sufficient progress in sensitive areas such as automotives and agricultural products”.
India’s trade talks with the US need a reality check — and a backup plan
July 29, 2025 1:22 pm
India should now insist on renegotiation clauses or compensation from the US in case of a tariff increase. It could even insist on a clawback clause, which allows India to withdraw benefits if the latter reneges on the deal
India-UK FTA: Aston Martin, Mini Cooper could get cheaper by up to 40% in India
July 25, 2025 7:17 pm
Under the agreement, tariffs on imports of internal combustion engine (ICE) cars will be slashed to 30-50 per cent in the first year of implementation, with the benefit limited to a quota of 20,000 cars.
India-UK Free Trade Agreement: A $34 billion game-changer for exports and employment
July 25, 2025 1:44 pm
Lower tariffs, greater job opportunities, and smoother investment flows mark a new chapter in bilateral relations, reflects the government’s strong commitment to boosting exports as part of its broader effort to integrate the Indian economy into global supply chains
India-UK FTA offers clear benefits, but long-term impact depends on execution and political will
August 27, 2025 4:34 pm
The agreement leaves several concerns unaddressed. Delhi had lobbied strongly for a more expansive 'Mode 4' mobility framework to facilitate the movement of its IT professionals, seeking concessions on par with those granted to Australia
India-UK trade pact -- a template for deals with America and Europe
July 25, 2025 8:10 am
Through this trade agreement, India has indicated its willingness to bring down its tariffs substantially as it seeks to integrate more closely with developed countries
India-UK trade deal: Will export volume of Indian medical devices go up?
July 25, 2025 6:53 pm
Indian manufacturers are poised to emerge as a favoured, cost-effective alternative, says document
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