Free Trade
Jamie Dimon wants fewer trade barriers with Europe. But there’s a catch
Jamie Dimon wants fewer trade barriers with Europe, but says the EU must first reform its economy, defence and energy sectors.
2 min read29 Sep 2026Cabinet to decide on easing decade-old bilateral investment treaty rules
The proposed model will substantially shorten the mandatory five-year domestic litigation timeframe for companies under the existing 2015 template before pursuing global arbitration for dispute settlement.
5 min read25 Sep 2026Mint Explainer | What the India-New Zealand free-trade agreement means for India
New Zealand has committed to eliminate customs duties on 100% of its tariff lines, covering all of India’s current exports to the country.
5 min read22 Sep 2026India-New Zealand FTA from 20 October: From kiwi to apples and honey, here's what could get cheaper for you
India-New Zealand FTA will come into force on 20 October 2026, lowering or removing import duties on several products. From kiwi and apples to Manuka honey, here’s what could get cheaper for Indian consumers and which products will remain excluded.
3 min read21 Sep 2026Mint Explainer | Why India and Canada are pitching for a CEPA by end-2026
Both countries want stronger economic ties following a period of strained bilateral relations.
5 min read18 Sep 2026India’s steel exporters get wider EU access even before FTA kicks in
A new 1.9-million-tonne country-specific quota, plus residual access, could allow India to ship up to 2.8 million tonnes of steel annually to the EU
4 min read17 Sep 2026India-EU FTA to cut car import duties; 1 lakh EU cars eligible in first year - What it means for customers
The proposed India-EU FTA will allow up to 1 lakh EU-origin ICE and hybrid cars to enter India at lower duties in the first year. The quota will gradually rise to 1.6 lakh vehicles from the 10th year, with preferential duties falling to 10%.
2 min read13 Sep 2026India-EU FTA nears finish line: 96% tariff cuts, €4 billion savings and more: Here's a look at what the deal offers
India and the EU are nearing a landmark free trade agreement, with the European Commission seeking approval.
2 min read11 Sep 2026India’s trade deals don't guarantee overseas market access for Ayush—but here's what could help
While new trade deals lay a foundation for Ayush to expand traditional therapies to new markets, it will take hard work on multiple fronts to succeed. Here's what the Ayush industry and Indian policymakers should consider to make headway.
4 min read25 Aug 2026India must go beyond signing free trade agreements to reduce vulnerabilities amid today’s flux in global trade
India’s exports have gained thanks to FTAs but imports of crude oil and critical inputs have surged faster, exposing us to geopolitical and energy price shocks. New Delhi must strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce external dependence.
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