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Nov 17, 2025 News Image Unilateral moves leading to reset in global trade: WTO director-general Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
Members of the World Trade Organization have avoided a tit-for-tat with the US and that is why the most favoured nation (MFN) trade is high, says the Geneva-based global trade watchdog's director-general, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. Currently on a visit to India, she tells Kirtika Suneja that the global system is resetting due to disruptions caused by unilateral actions and countries diversifying their trade and looking for new trading partners.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 17, 2025 News Image All possibilities on table: Piyush Goyal on resuming FTA talks with Canada.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said all possibilities are on the table regarding the resumption of free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with Canada. Goyal said he has held two rounds of discussions with Canada's Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Maninder Sidhu and both are exploring ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and the strategic partnership.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 17, 2025 News Image Indian spices, tea exporters get a breather as Trump lowers tariffs.
Indian suppliers of spices, tea and several processed foods are set to benefit after US President Donald Trump reduced import duties on close to 200 agricultural and food products, reported Sidhartha & Chidanand Rajghatta of The Times of India (TOI). The move comes as the US administration is facing domestic pressure over rising prices.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 17, 2025 News Image India, Chile to likely hold talks on proposed trade pact in December.
The next round of negotiations between India and Chile on the proposed free trade agreement is expected to be held in December, an official said. The pact with the the South American nation may help India access critical minerals, which are key inputs for electronics, auto, and solar sectors.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 17, 2025 News Image India-EFTA FTA operational from Oct has opened big opportunities for Indian exporters: Norway envoy.
India-EFTA (European Free Trade Association) FTA could provide a beacon of hope for Indian traders impacted by American tariffs with the four European economies ready to provide opportunity to exporters from here. India-EFTA (Switzerland-Norway-Iceland-Liechtenstein) FTA, that came into force on October 1, has opened opportunities for Indian exporters in sectors including textiles, according to Norwegian envoy to India May-Elin Stener.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 17, 2025 News Image 'Hopeful of sealing US, EU trade pacts soon': Piyush Goyal.
Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday expressed hope that India's free trade agreements with the US and the European Union will get 'finalised soon' and said the country is 'working very actively with many developed countries around the world'.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 17, 2025 News Image India allows 1.5 mln ton sugar exports on higher domestic surplus.
India allowed sugar exports of 1.5 million metric tons in the new season, the government said in a notification on Friday, as a decline in the diversion of sugar for ethanol production is expected to leave a larger domestic surplus. Higher exports from the world's second-largest sugar producer could pressure benchmark New York and London futures ,, which are hovering near five-year lows.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 14, 2025 News Image Kinnaur’s iconic apples are here — 33.53 million boxes ready to delight the market.
As the crisp autumn air settles over the Himalayas, the orchards of Kinnaur are resting after a season of incredible bounty. The 2025 apple harvest has drawn to a close, not just with impressive numbers, but with a story of a community’s hard work journeying from the high-altitude slopes to kitchens across India. This year, Kinnaur—renowned for growing some of the world’s finest apples—shared a staggering 33.53 million boxes of its prized fruit. While slightly less than last year’s record, this harvest has powerfully reaffirmed the region’s standing as a producer of truly exceptional fruit.
 Source:  himachalheadlines.com
Nov 14, 2025 News Image 'India’s pineapple acreage has more than doubled over five years'.
India's pineapple sector has experienced stable growth over the last few years, led by a 60% rise in acreage since 2020, says Githu James, Managing Director of Pineco Foods Pvt. Ltd, based in Kerala, South India. 'Favourable climate and evolving agronomic practices have strengthened India's ability to offer consistent and scalable production throughout the year as compared to the previous years.'
 Source:  freshplaza.com
Nov 14, 2025 News Image India expands frozen french fry exports from Gujarat.
Fifteen years ago, frozen french fries in India mostly arrived on ships docking in Mumbai and Chennai. Today, they are exported from Gujarat to markets in Dubai, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, and other destinations.
 Source:  freshplaza.com