India-EU Free Trade Agreement Announced

11 UPDATES · 5 DAYS · 27 JAN 2026 — 30 JAN 2026

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Latest · 30 Jan 2026

The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) launched campaigns against the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) due to concerns about its impact on Indian agriculture and industry.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the announcement and subsequent formal signing of a landmark trade deal between India and the European Union, including reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific agreement. It excludes other actions or negotiations between India, the European Union, or their respective leaders unless they are directly related to the development, implementation, or consequences of this particular trade deal.

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27Jan

STORY BEGINS — BBC

Trade deal: India and EU to announce FTA amid Trump tariff tensions

The Hindu

Prime Minister Modi announced the signing of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, a significant trade agreement with global economic implications.

The Guardian

The European Union and India signed a comprehensive trade agreement, significantly reducing tariffs on a wide range of goods.

The Guardian

The EU and India finalized a landmark free trade agreement, expected to double EU exports to India by 2032.

The Hindu

President Costa emphasized the personal significance of the India-EU free trade agreement for him, reflecting his Indian heritage.

The Hindu

India and the EU have finalized a historic Free Trade Agreement, reducing tariffs and boosting investment.

28Jan

The Hindu

India emerges as the clear winner of the EU-India trade agreement, gaining increased market access and potential benefits from lower labor costs and immigration rights.

The Hindu

President Murmu celebrated the signing of the India-EU FTA, which is expected to stimulate manufacturing and service sectors and create new employment opportunities.

The Hindu

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal defended the India-EU free trade agreement, arguing it is a win-win deal that will benefit both countries.

29Jan

The Hindu

Prime Minister Modi urged Indian manufacturers to seize new EU trade opportunities created by the FTA.

30Jan

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) launched campaigns against the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) due to concerns about its impact on Indian agriculture and industry.

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