Eight new free trade agreements (FTAs) introduced by India
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New FTAs open big export gains across key sectors
India has introduced eight new free trade agreements (FTAs) providing duty-free market access, significantly benefiting electronics, agriculture, and gems & jewellery sectors. These pacts target low Indian export shares in EU and UK markets, aiming to boost export resilience and diversify market opportunities. The agreements represent a strategic shift in trade policy to enhance India's global export competitiveness across key sectors.
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Key beneficiary sectors: electronics, agriculture, gems and jewellery
Focus on EU and UK markets where India's import share is relatively low
Aim: boost export resilience and diversify market opportunities
Strategic trade policy shift to enhance global export competitiveness
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