India‑EU free trade pact to provide near‑zero duty access for textiles
The agreement will cut EU import duties on Indian textiles and is slated for signing by December, with implementation expected in early 2027.
The India‑EU free trade agreement will eliminate or reduce EU import duties on Indian textiles, providing near‑zero or zero duty access, according to multiple sources. India and the European Union will sign the agreement by December, with implementation expected by early 2027, Times of India reported.
The European Union’s import dependence on India has historically been below 5 percent, ianslive.in reported.
India’s free trade agreements with many countries have opened up export potential, Hindu reported.
Home textile products of Karur have great demand in the United States, Canada and European countries, with 70 % exported and 30 % sold in India, Hindu reported.
India is discussing trade deals with the United States and Canada, Times of India reported.
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