12-May-2026
Insider Philippines
The Philippine government is poised to sign at least four trade agreements before the end of the year, Trade Secretary Christina Roque said.
11-May-2026
The Economic Times
India and Canada will hold the next round of free trade agreement negotiations in Ottawa in July. Both nations are committed to a balanced and ambitious pact to boost bilateral trade. Key issues like goods, services, and intellectual property will be discussed. The goal is to increase trade to $50 billion by 2030.
4-May-2026
Hindustan Times
The India–New Zealand FTA serves as a timely blueprint for Canada’s pursuit of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with India, demonstrating that fast-track negotiations are possible with key factors include immediate duty-free access, acceptance of tariff asymmetry, and recognition of India’s AYUSH system.
29-Apr-2026
The Economic Times
India is pushing forward with trade deals. Negotiations for a free trade agreement with Canada are speeding up. Talks are also underway with Chile and Peru. However, discussions with the Gulf Cooperation Council have been temporarily halted due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
15-Apr-2026
Financial Express
The first round of India–Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations will take place in April or May, following preparatory virtual talks. Both countries aim to conclude the agreement by the end of 2026, targeting a doubling of bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030.
3-Mar-2026
The Economic Times
India and Canada have officially begun talks for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Both nations aim to finalize the pact by the end of 2026.
2-Mar-2026
Business Standard
India and Canada will start talks on a free trade deal to double trade to $50 billion by 2030. They also advanced a 10-year uranium supply deal and agreed to cooperate in energy, critical minerals, AI, and defence, strengthening their strategic partnership.
15-Dec-2025
Hindustan Times
Canada initiates public consultations for a free trade agreement with India, aiming to boost trade and create jobs, with discussions ending January 27.
5-Dec-2025
Financial Express
The new CEPA will be negotiated from the start and would not be a continuation of the discussions held in the past.
1-Dec-2025
Financial Express
India and Canada will start talks on their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) next week, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said Friday at FICCI AGM.
17-Nov-2025
The Economic Times
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said all possibilities are on the table regarding the resumption of free trade agreement negotiations with Canada.
23-Jun-2025
Financial Express
India and Canada revive FTA talks, eyeing collaboration on critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths. As India diversifies from China, Canada’s rich reserves and ESG-compliant supply offer strategic opportunities for EV, solar, and tech sectors through joint ventures and trade pacts.
19-Jun-2025
Financial Express
India and Canada to resume FTA talks after 21 months, aiming to revive the Early Progress Trade Agreement and move toward a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
