"We are now maximizing our efforts to finalize negotiations by the end of the year," said European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, who was on a visit to India last week. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal was similarly optimistic: "India and the EU complement each other and offer great opportunities on both sides."
onsdag 17. september 2025
India, EU near trade deal amid global turmoil
India and the European Union (EU) appear to be firmly on track to meet their year-end deadline to conclude free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations. The talks are progressing against the backdrop of the pressure being exerted by US tariffs. Washington's approach under President Donald Trump has signaled a shift in the international order, encouraging the EU and India to cement reliable alliances and stable trade partnerships.
"We are now maximizing our efforts to finalize negotiations by the end of the year," said European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, who was on a visit to India last week. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal was similarly optimistic: "India and the EU complement each other and offer great opportunities on both sides."
"We are now maximizing our efforts to finalize negotiations by the end of the year," said European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, who was on a visit to India last week. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal was similarly optimistic: "India and the EU complement each other and offer great opportunities on both sides."
