India UK Free Trade Agreement stands out as a strategic game-changer, as global trade agreements reshape market access and economic partnerships . For India’s food and beverage (F&B) sector—renowned for its diversity, heritage, and quality—this pact is not just a milestone in diplomacy but a transformative lever for growth. With...
India–US pharmaceutical trade is facing fresh challenges as the United States’ recent tariff policies, particularly those targeting Indian pharmaceutical exports, have sparked intense debate within the global healthcare industry. Indian drug makers, who supply nearly 40% of the generic drugs consumed in the US, are sounding alarms over the potential...
As global trade landscapes evolve, India’s food and beverage (F&B) exports to Russia are gaining prominence, driven by geopolitical shifts and Russia’s pivot toward non-Western suppliers following Western sanctions. This article delves into the dynamics of India’s F&B exports to Russia under HS Code 02–22 (excluding HS ’05 and ’06),...
US tariffs on Indian exports—set at 25% and compounded by penalties related to India’s trade with Russia—are fueling heightened global trade tensions and triggering a critical economic debate. A comprehensive 25-page report by SBI report on US tarrifs reveals a stark contrast in the potential fallout for both nations. While...
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed on July 24, 2025, marks a pivotal moment for bilateral trade, particularly for India’s labor-intensive apparel and textile sector. This landmark agreement, formally known as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), eliminates tariffs on 99% of Indian exports to the UK, providing...
On July 24, 2025, India and the United Kingdom signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), opening new avenues for Indian exporters, particularly in the gems and jewellery sector. With India’s current gems and jewellery exports to the UK valued at US$ 941 million, including US$ 400 million from jewellery...
As global trade dynamics undergo a seismic shift, India finds itself at a strategic crossroads. With the United States currently its largest export destination, India’s trade profile remains deeply reliant on a single market. But as economic and geopolitical uncertainties cloud transatlantic commerce, the need for diversification has never been...
As India and the United States deepen their strategic and economic partnership, a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) holds significant promise for transforming agri-food trade between the two nations—if crafted strategically. The Centre for Advanced Trade Research (CATR), the research division of the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI), explores this...
India’s trade with Latin America (LAC) reached US$ 22.41 billion in 2022-23 but declined in 2023-24 due to global challenges. Processed food, industrial goods, pharmaceuticals, and IT present strong growth opportunities. However, high logistics costs, limited trade routes, and low market awareness remain key obstacles. Expanding FTAs, rupee-based trade, and...
India and the UK have resumed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks after an eight-month pause. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and UK Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds discussed a “mutually beneficial” deal to triple bilateral trade by addressing tariff and non-tariff barriers. India seeks easier business mobility, while the UK...
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