Trade agreement between India and European entity enters into force

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry detailed in a statement that the agreement was signed on March 10 last year in New Delhi and stressed the importance of EFTA, comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, as a regional grouping...

‘India-EFTA deal strengthens rule of law amid growing global trade uncertainty’: Switzerland’s State Secretary for Economic Affairs

The trade deal between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries will strengthen the rule of law and help bring certainty for businesses amid increasing complications emerging in global trade, Switzerland State Secretary for...

Second- and Third-Act Entrepreneurs

Meet the NoMi startup founders who prove it’s never too late to launch a great idea In the last decade, northern Michigan has grown its reputation as an entrepreneurial hub for college grads and their startups, thanks to events like the TCNewTech...

Liechtenstein family holdings for superyachts

Over the years we’ve been asked to design yacht-holding structures by putting foundations on the top. An update of the legal framework is an opportunity to introduce a very interesting example of design structure for HWI-yachting engagement. What...

Business News | Third Edition of UP Trade Show Breaks Records, Attracts 80 Countries: India Expo Centre & Mart Chairman

New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): The third edition of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 concluded successfully at India Expo Centre in Noida, setting new records in participation and business engagement, said Rakesh Kumar,...

Business News | UP Becoming Global Centre for Investment, Innovation and Exports: Piyush Goyal

By Shailesh Yadav Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 29 (ANI): Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said Uttar Pradesh is becoming a global centre for investment, innovation, and exports. Also Read | Canada Government...

Lambast him - or laugh at him: US Democrats divided about how to take on Trump

America's Democratic Party is having a rough time. Ever since losing control of the White House and Congress to Republicans in last November's elections, Democrats have had almost no say in US politics as President Donald Trump moves at breakneck...

Business News | Vocal for Local, Local Goes Global: Piyush Goyal Urges Use of Swadeshi Products at UP International Trade Show

New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, said the UP International Trade Show has provided a vital platform for MSMEs, women entrepreneurs, swadeshi products, and export-oriented units. Calling...

Business News | India's FTA with Europe to Come into Effect from October 1: Piyush GoyalIndia's FTA with Europe to Come into Effect from October 1: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): India's Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), finalised in March 2024, will come into effect from October 1, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on...

New UK passport rules come into force this weekend for holidays in Europe

Make sure your passport has the correct expiry date(Image: GETTY) This weekend sees the start of the European Union's new entry and exit system (EES) which will mean changes for British travellers. On Sunday, October 12, the new digital border...

Swiss Bank Sygnum Introduces BTC Alpha Fund with Starboard Digital to Generate Yield on Bitcoin

October 2, 2025 @ 10:55 am By Omar Faridi Sygnum, a global digital asset banking group, announces the launch of the Starboard Sygnum BTC Alpha Fund in collaboration with Starboard Digital and Starmark as AIFM, with Sygnum providing “regulated...

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,...

India-EFTA trade pact comes into force

The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA came into force on Wednesday, under which the country has received an investment commitment of USD 100 billion over 15 years, while lowering or removing duties on...

Trump’s Tariffs Spurring a Rush for New Trade Agreements

The wave of import tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump this year has sparked a race to sign free-trade agreements around the world and helped seal a range of new business alliances as countries shift exports away from America. Among many...

India-EFTA Trade Pact A Defining Moment In India’s Economic Engagement With Europe

New Delhi: The India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), that came into force with $100 billion investment objective and one million direct jobs, is a defining moment in India’s economic engagement with Europe, which represents...

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,...

China Seeks Greater Swiss Investment As Deal Talks Gain Pace

Home China China Seeks Greater Swiss Investment As Deal Talks Gain Pace Efforts to refresh the deal have previously stalled amid reports of concerns about China's human rights record. Switzerland is looking to wrap up an updated free trade deal...

India-EFTA trade deal couldn't have come at better time, it will be like a booster: Swiss State Secretary

Switzerland State Secretary for Economic Affairs Helene Budliger | Photo Credit: SUSHIL KUMAR VERMA The free trade deal between four European nations (EFTA) and India will bring in transformative changes in boosting two-way economic ties and could...

India's free trade agreement with European Free Trade Association bloc

India's free trade agreement (FTA) with four-nation bloc, European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect from Wednesday. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and...

A look at the global race for free trade agreements since Trump's return

US President Donald Trump | Photo Credit: Go Nakamura US President Donald Trump's tariffs have unleashed an unprecedented burst of free trade agreements and negotiations towards them by partners seeking to offset potential lost exports to the...