India will continue to protect its agricultural and dairy sectors while negotiating international trade agreements, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has reaffirmed. Making the government's position clear, Goyal stated that India would not allow genetically modified (GM) products or offer concessions on dairy imports under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). His remarks highlight India's approach of expanding global trade opportunities while safeguarding domestic farmers,

India is moving towards a potentially significant trade agreement with the United States, with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal expressing confidence that the deal will create new economic opportunities while safeguarding the interests of Indian farmers and domestic industries. On October 29, 2026, Goyal said India would celebrate the agreement once its complete details were made public, emphasising that the country's sensitive sectors would not be compromise

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has praised the Indian diaspora for its peaceful conduct and respect for local laws, highlighting the community’s contribution to India’s reputation overseas. Speaking to members of the Indian community in Berlin, Germany, Goyal emphasised that Indians are widely respected in their host countries for their responsible behaviour and contributions to society. According to his remarks, Indians generally avoid vandalism and distur

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has highlighted the significance of Tata Steel’s operations in the Netherlands, describing the company’s facility as the only steel plant left in the country. His remarks underline the contribution of Indian businesses to international manufacturing, employment and economic development. Located in IJmuiden, near Amsterdam, Tata Steel Nederland operates a major integrated steelmaking facility that supplies products to industrie

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has criticised developed Western nations over their historical contribution to global carbon emissions and questioned the adequacy of their support for developing countries in tackling climate change. Speaking at the Berlin Global Dialogue, Goyal emphasised that countries which industrialised over decades using carbon-intensive energy sources must recognise their historical responsibilities while supporting a fair and practica

India and the United States are moving closer to concluding the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement, with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal indicating that the process is nearing completion. The agreement aims to strengthen economic ties, improve market access and create new opportunities for Indian businesses in the American market. India’s priority is to ensure that domestic exporters receive competitive tariff treatment compared with businesses f

India and Canada are stepping up efforts to conclude negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of 2026. The proposed agreement aims to expand bilateral trade, encourage investment and strengthen cooperation across key sectors, including energy, technology, agriculture and manufacturing. The renewed momentum follows discussions between India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Canada's International Trade Minister Maninder

India and Canada are set to begin the fifth round of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Ottawa on October 5, marking another important step in efforts to expand bilateral economic ties. Both countries are working towards concluding the negotiations by the end of 2026 and have set an ambitious target of taking bilateral trade to C$70 billion by 2030. The upcoming round follows the fourth round held in Mumbai, where Commerce and Industry M

India and the United States have renewed efforts to advance their proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal meeting US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Milwaukee. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting as both countries work toward an interim trade arrangement. Goyal described the discussion as productive and focused on the early conclusion of a mutually beneficial interim agreement. The

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said the international system is moving towards a more multipolar world, with countries increasingly seeking to diversify their partnerships and reduce dependence on any single power. Speaking at the Asia Society in New York at the conclusion of the 81st United Nations General Assembly session, Jaishankar discussed the changing global order, growing economic interdependence and the challenges facing India-US relations. Image from Fi

India and Canada will begin the fifth round of negotiations for their proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on October 5, 2026, marking a renewed push to deepen bilateral trade and investment. The announcement was made by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal following the successful completion of the fourth round of discussions with Canada's Minister of International Trade, Maninder Sidhu. The upcoming negotiations are expected to accelerat

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will come into force on October 20, 2026, after both countries completed the necessary domestic procedures. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced the implementation date on September 21, marking the transition of the agreement from negotiation and ratification to actual implementation. The pact was signed in New Delhi on April 27, 2026, following negotiations that were concluded within nine months. The agreement

The BRICS grouping is taking another significant step towards strengthening economic cooperation by promoting trade in local currencies and integrating digital payment systems among member nations. Speaking at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal urged member countries to build a more connected financial ecosystem that reduces transaction costs, improves payment efficiency, and supports faster cross-border trade. Rather than

India has placed women’s entrepreneurship at the heart of its economic agenda during its 2026 BRICS Presidency, calling on member nations to work together to create greater opportunities for women-led enterprises in international trade. The proposal, presented by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, aims to strengthen market access, digital commerce, financing, and business collaboration across BRICS countries, making trade more inclusive and sustainable. As the

India has begun the financial year 2026–27 with an impressive 7.8% GDP growth in the April–June quarter, reaffirming its position as one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world. The latest figures released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) have exceeded market expectations and reflect the resilience of the Indian economy despite ongoing global geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and uncertain trade conditions. The anno

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says India is emerging as one of the world’s strongest economic performers, with manufacturing, exports, and trusted global partnerships driving its next phase of growth. At a time when many nations are struggling with slowing growth, geopolitical conflicts, disrupted supply chains, and rising trade uncertainty, India is steadily strengthening its position as a resilient global economy. Speaking at the 66th Annual Session of the Automotive Compo

India and Chile have given themselves until the end of 2026 to finish a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, after Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal met Chile’s Vice-Minister of International Economic Relations, Paula Estévez, in Santiago. The two sides already trade under a limited preferential deal. What they are now trying to write is a wider pact that covers goods, investment, services and, above all, rules for copper, lithium and other minerals that India needs

India has taken another significant step towards establishing itself as a major player in the global semiconductor industry. During the India Investors and Business Roadshow in Osaka, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal invited companies from Japan’s Kansai region to participate in India’s rapidly expanding semiconductor ecosystem. Highlighting the country’s growing technological capabilities and large domestic market, Goyal described India as a reliable destina

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said in Japan this week that Tokyo’s 10-trillion-yen investment target for India is already running ahead of its ten-year clock. Japanese companies have put more than ₹1 lakh crore into the country in about ten months, which he placed at roughly 14 to 15 per cent of the pledge announced in 2025. If that pace holds, he told reporters, the full commitment of about ₹7 lakh crore could be realised in three to four years rather than by 2

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has proposed a collaborative India-Japan startup pitching series modelled on the popular television format Shark Tank. The suggestion, made during a startup roundtable in Tokyo on 26 August 2026, aims to connect young companies from both countries with investors and potential business partners through regular virtual sessions. The proposal forms part of a broader effort to strengthen commercial and innovation links between the