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Moldovan apples enter Icelandic market for the first time
Moldova has expanded its presence in Northern Europe: The company Agrodenidan, a member of Moldova Fruct, shipped its first 20-ton batch of Gala apples to Iceland. This marks the beginning of exports to a new and demanding market. The contract,...
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Trump’s Tariffs Spurring a Rush for New Trade Agreements
The wave of import tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump this year has sparked a race to sign free-trade agreements around the world and helped seal a range of new business alliances as countries shift exports away from America. Among many...
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India's free trade agreement with European Free Trade Association bloc
India's free trade agreement (FTA) with four-nation bloc, European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect from Wednesday. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and...
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India-EFTA trade deal couldn't have come at better time, it will be like a booster: Swiss State Secretary
Switzerland State Secretary for Economic Affairs Helene Budliger | Photo Credit: SUSHIL KUMAR VERMA The free trade deal between four European nations (EFTA) and India will bring in transformative changes in boosting two-way economic ties and could...
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A look at the global race for free trade agreements since Trump's return
US President Donald Trump | Photo Credit: Go Nakamura US President Donald Trump's tariffs have unleashed an unprecedented burst of free trade agreements and negotiations towards them by partners seeking to offset potential lost exports to the...
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Piyush Goyal calls implementation of India-EFTA trade deal a “Truly Historic Day”
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday hailed the implementation of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) as a "truly historic day," marking a major milestone in...
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Swiss chocolates set to become cheaper in India under a new trade deal
OCT 1 – Swiss wines and chocolates are set to become cheaper in India after a new trade agreement it signed with a bloc of four developed European nations came into effect on Wednesday. India signed the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement...
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'Balanced Deal': Swiss State Secy, Norway's Envoy React As India-EFTA Trade Deal Comes Into Effect
he India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) takes effect, reducing tariffs on 92.2% of Indian goods. The pact, signed last year, covers Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, and aims to boost trade and investment. EFTA...
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India Engaged In Trade Talks With US, EU, New Zealand, Oman, Peru, Chile: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
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New Delhi, Sep 29: India is in discussions with the US, the EU, New Zealand, Oman, Peru and Chile for free trade agreements (FTAs), while Qatar and Bahrain have also expressed interest, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday. India Already...
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Job Creation, New Opportunities: India’s Free Trade Agreement With Four European Union Nations Comes Into Force
Union Minister Piyush Goyal (File image) Photo : Twitter The free trade agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland) has officially come into effect, announced...
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ABK Capital partners with LGT Bank for regional growth
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ABK Capital DIFC, the subsidiary of ABK Capital newly established in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has announced the initiation of several “preferred business partnerships” with international firms, such as LGT Bank...
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Explainer: India’s free trade agreement with European Free Trade Association bloc
India’s free trade agreement with the EFTA bloc—Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—came into effect on October 2, 2024. It brings $100 billion investment promise, creates 1 million jobs, cuts tariffs, boosts Indian exports and service...
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India-EFTA Trade Deal: $100 Billion Investment Boost Amid Global Trade Tensions
Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom The free trade deal between four European nations (EFTA) and India will bring in transformative changes in boosting two-way economic ties and could not have come at a better time,...
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Factbox-The global race for free trade agreements since Trump’s return
By Philip Blenkinsop BRUSSELS (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs have unleashed an unprecedented burst of free trade agreements and negotiations towards them by partners seeking to offset potential lost exports to the United States....
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India–EFTA trade pact comes into force, unlocking new opportunities for textile industry
Image Courtesy: https://www.efta.int/ The India–European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) came into effect today, marking a significant milestone in India’s trade and investment landscape. The Ministry...
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India-EFTA TEPA to aid diversification beyond US market: CITI
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The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has high hopes about the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) which comes into force on October 1, 2025, playing a...
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India-EFTA trade pact explained: Tariff cuts, sectoral benefits, and investment commitments
India's free trade agreement (FTA) with four-nation bloc, European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect from Wednesday. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and...
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Explainer: India’s Free Trade Agreement With EFTA Bloc
Representational Photo New Delhi-India’s free trade agreement (FTA) with four European nation bloc European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland,...
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As part of its regional growth initiative: ABK Capital DIFC adds LGT Bank (Switzerland) Ltd. as a new international partner to develop a strategic offering for its regional clients
ABK Capital DIFC, the subsidiary of ABK Capital newly established in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has announced the initiation of several “preferred business partnerships” with international firms, such as LGT Bank...
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India seals trade pact with Switzerland, Norway, others
Deal cuts tariffs, targets $100 bln in new investments India's trade pact with four European nations, including Switzerland and Norway, will take effect from Wednesday, boosting exports of textiles, leather and food products while attracting...
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