Free Trade Agreement

Pakistan and Iran agreed to keep border crossings open 24/7 to boost trade, aiming for a $10 billion bilateral trade target. They also plan to enhance cooperation in mining and streamline customs procedures.

Iran and Pakistan aim to expand economic cooperation through Karachi and Gwadar ports, with discussions on a free trade agreement and improving border markets. A high-level Iranian delegation met with Pakistani officials in Islamabad to advance bilateral trade and logistics initiatives.

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and Chilean President José Antonio Kast agreed to revive stalled negotiations to modernize their free-trade agreement during a meeting in Santiago on July 30, 2026. They also committed to enhancing cooperation on critical minerals and defense.

India and Israel have concluded the second round of negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Both nations remain committed to finalizing a balanced, comprehensive, and mutually beneficial pact to expand trade and economic ties.

A Free Trade Agreement is expected to double exports from Karur to the UK within two years.

India's 'most ambitious' trade deal with the UK takes effect, allowing zero-duty market access for nearly 99% of India's exports. US senators have proposed a new bill to impose 100% tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases.

57% of New Zealand’s exports to India will be tariff-free under a free trade agreement signed in April, as PM Luxon announced ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Auckland on July 10.

India and New Zealand signed a 'historic' free trade agreement (FTA) that was negotiated from March 2025 to December 2025, making it one of the fastest FTAs negotiated by India. The agreement is set to be implemented later this year.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged to strengthen trade, energy, and security ties as Canada seeks to diversify its economy beyond the United States. The two leaders announced plans for a Canada-Philippines free trade agreement and deeper Indo-Pacific defense cooperation, supported by the Filipino-Canadian community.

The EU has halved its duty-free steel import quota to curb cheap Chinese steel, but granted 12 free trade agreement (FTA) partners, including the UK, a one-third reduction instead of the full cut. The policy aims to limit foreign steel imports while offering preferential terms to FTA countries.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will not have a formal meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit. The free trade agreement between the two countries faces an uncertain future.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will not have a formal meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit. The future of the free trade agreement between the countries remains uncertain.

Chief negotiator Darpan Jain briefed Bengaluru’s IT firms, Global Capability Centers (GCCs), and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) about Free Trade Agreement (FTA) opportunities.

Meta criticizes Australia's proposal to require platforms to pay for news, arguing it violates Australia's commitments under its free trade agreement with the US.

Mexico and the European Union signed a long-stalled free trade agreement to reduce dependence on the U.S. and mitigate the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. The deal aims to diversify economic ties and create a more stable trade relationship between the two regions.

The article highlights a shift in U.S. trade relations, where traditional allies are now perceived as adversaries. The 'free trade agreement premium'—a previously beneficial trade advantage—has effectively vanished, indicating changing dynamics in international trade policies.

Australia and Singapore have agreed to maintain fuel and LNG supplies despite an international energy crisis. The agreement includes a legally binding addendum to their free trade pact. Singapore's PM assured Australia's PM that fuel won't be cut, securing a pledge from Australia's largest petrol source.