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London Lord Mayor says free trade talks with India in final phase, Diwali deadline in sight

Lord Mayor of London Vincent Keaveny says Free Trade Agreement(FTA) is in its final phase and while some outstanding issues…

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Want to make sure India-U.K. FTA is first step in continually evolving trade, economic relationship: U.K. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly

James Cleverly said "we need to continue discussing things such as climate change, the impact on food security and our…

The Hindu

British High Commissioner suggests India and UK should work together. Here's why

India will overtake the United Kingdom to become the third largest economy in the world by the end of this…

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India-UK Free Trade Agreement likely to be sealed by Diwali: Piyush Goyal

Over the course of the next 25 years, the India-UK Free Trade Agreement is expected to boost jobs and contribute…

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A pact for like-minded traders

Thailand and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) are stepping up efforts to forge a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Bangkok Post

EU and Thailand cap turbulent decade with a partnership agreement

The European Union (EU) has finally sealed a Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) with Thailand, its sixth with a Southeast…

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Critical report mandates improved safety on Boston subway

Federal transportation officials say in a highly critical report that the Boston-area’s aging subway system has for years neglected safety…

The Independent UK

ICRIER dismisses liquor lobby's allegations

India’s leading alcoholic beverage lobby has accused economic relations think tank ICRIER of favouring foreign interests

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India-UK conclude fifth round of FTA talks

For this round of negotiations, technical experts from both sides came together for detailed draft treaty text discussions in 85…

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India, UK complete fifth round of talks, aims to achieve FTA by Oct-end

Indian and UK officials will continue to work intensively throughout the summer towards the target to conclude the majority of…

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Transit woes mount for Boston's beleaguered subway riders

For Boston subway riders, it seems every week brings a new tale of transit woe

The Independent UK

Australia-EU free trade agreement back on track with Albanese government, ambassador says

Australia’s climate policy, reset with France and tough stance on Ukraine invasion cited as reasons for ‘renewed sense of urgency’

The Guardian - AU

‘Ticking time-bomb’: Lag in protections for transit workers could hamper hiring and system upgrades

Congress passed legislation targeting rising attacks in November. But enforcement remains months away.

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A trade deal with the EU makes sense for NZ, but what's in it for Europe? Symbolically, a lot

It’s easy to understand New Zealand’s motivation for securing a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU). What’s…

The Conversation

Diwali target for India-U.K. FTA possible but not definite, say experts after Boris Johnson’s exit

After Johnson’s announcement of resignation, significant focus on India-U.K. ties

The Hindu

Boris Johnson's exit unlikely to impact India-U.K. FTA talks

In April, PM Modi and his then U.K. counterpart, Boris Johnson, had set the deadline for Diwali for the negotiating…

The Hindu

Thailand commences FTA talks with Efta

Thailand has kicked off the first round of free-trade agreement (FTA) talks with the European Free Trade Association (Efta), in…

Bangkok Post

UK's Rishi Sunak says financial services an exciting aspect of India, UK free trade agreement

The senior British Indian Cabinet minister Rishi Sunak said that he sees enormous opportunity for both countries in areas such…

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Financial services an exciting aspect of U.K.-India FTA, says Rishi Sunak

The British Indian Minister welcomes the opening up of the Indian insurance market

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New Zealand dairy, meat exporters slam pact with EU

New Zealand meat and dairy exporters have expressed disappointment with the free-trade agreement Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has secured with…

Irish Independent

India, Australia winemakers step up alliance ahead of FTA

As part of the interim FTA, Australia will be allowing duty-free wine imports from India

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‘We didn’t sign up to die’: US transit workers sound alarm over rising violence

Unions say trend of assaults and abuse on staff is intolerable – and crisis will worsen without federal action

The Guardian - US

Thailand launches FTA discussions with Efta

Thailand expects to take about two years to conclude talks with the European Free Trade Association (Efta) after the two…

Bangkok Post

Boris Johnson hails India-U.K. FTA as ‘biggest of them all’

U.K. PM reiterates Diwali deadline for draft free trade agreement with India

The Hindu

Renewed negotiations with Efta to start soon

Thailand is scheduled to announce on Monday the start of negotiations with the European Free Trade Association (Efta) to improve…

Bangkok Post