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Indian Textile Industry Sanguine Of Opportunities Through…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (KNN) The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has expressed optimism about the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which comes into force today....

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...

India-EFTA pact to benefit Indian consumers with cheaper seafood, Swiss watches, and industrial goods, says Norwegian Ambassador
The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has officially come into force from October 1, promising significant benefits for Indian consumers. The EFTA bloc, which includes...

HUF 3.7 Bn Investment by Neutrik Hungary
Electronics parts manufacturer Neutrik Hungary inaugurated a HUF 3.7bn investment in Ózd (NE Hungary) on Thursday, MTI reports. The investment by the local unit of Liechtenstein-based Neutrik, which makes audio and video connectors for the...

Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with EFTA countries will be a game changer: JBM Group Vice Chairman
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): The landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) entered into force on Wednesday, representing a significant...

Business News | Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with EFTA Countries Will Be a Game Changer: JBM Group Vice Chairman
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): The landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) entered into force on Wednesday, representing a significant...

ExclusiveIsraeli PM Netanyahu is not seeking peace in Gaza, GCC Secretary General says
GCC Secretary General Jasem Al Budaiwi has weighed in on US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza, saying he does not believe Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking peace. “So far, [Netanyahu] has not been proven to really...

India–EFTA free trade pact to take effect from October 1
KATHMANDU: The India–European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) will come into force on October 1, 2025, marking India’s first free trade agreement with four developed European nations — Switzerland,...

EFTA seeks Bilateral Investment Treaty with India to support $100 billion investment commitment
The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has proposed a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) with India to encourage its member countries' companies to fulfill their collective investment commitment of $100 billion over the next 15 years. Speaking...

Thyssenkrupp Presta cuts 570 jobs in Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Thyssenkrupp Presta cuts 570 jobs in Switzerland and Liechtenstein Keystone-SDA Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence....

India-EFTA TEPA to aid diversification beyond US market: CITI
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...

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,...

India eyes $250 billion investments from EFTA nations: Goyal
India will not only attract $100 billion committed investments from the four-nation EFTA bloc under a trade agreement, but also look at an additional $150 billion, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. He said that huge...

India expecting $250 bn investments from EFTA nations: Piyush Goyal
Biz News The India-EFTA trade and economic partnership agreement (TEPA) has opened up possibilities in diverse areas such as including life sciences, clean energy, precision engineering and food processing, technology, artificial intelligence,...

India-EFTA ‘Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement’ brings capital, technology and jobs for India: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal stated that the landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) States - Iceland,...

Americans And Canadians To Be Fingerprinted And Photographed In These European Countries First From Mid-October
American and Canadian travelers visiting Europe will very soon be subjected to a few more steps at passport control under a new system called the EU Entry/Exit System—or EES for short. What is EES? Essentially, it’s a new, all-digital method of...

India-EFTA TEPA deal unlocks wider market access – List of products that will gain big
The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the four EFTA nations, which are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, has officially came into effect on Wednesday, marking a major step forward in strengthening the...

India-EFTA 'Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement' Brings Capital, Tech And Jobs: Piyush Goyal
Piyush Goyal stated that the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) States - Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland - brings capital, technology and jobs for India....

‘An absolute honour to launch TEPA’: Piyush Goyal on India’s pact with EFTA bloc
Lauding the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) coming into force, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday referred to India’s trade agreements with some advanced economies as also ongoing negotiations...

Business News | India-EFTA 'Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement' Brings Capital, Technology and Jobs for India: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal stated that the landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) States - Iceland,...