Bilateral Trade

Monday, April 13, 2026

Swedish and German Ambassadors Seek Stronger Trade Ties with Bangladesh

On April 12, 2026, German Ambassador Rüdiger Lotz and Swedish Ambassador Nicolas Weeks met with Bangladesh’s Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir to discuss enhancing bilateral trade and investment. The meetings highlighted Bangladesh’s

Current Affairs

Zardari Accepts Mirziyoyev’s Invite for Uzbekistan Visit

President Asif Ali Zardari accepts an invitation from Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to visit Tashkent later this year, aiming to deepen Pakistan Uzbekistan ties amid a fresh protocol targeting $2 billion in bilateral trade over five years. President Asif Ali

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Pakistan-Kazakhstan relations Elevate Ties to a Strategic Partnership

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Pakistan-Kazakhstan relations: Pakistan and Kazakhstan have agreed to elevate their bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership during the visit of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

India EU Trade Deal Finalised Amid US Tensions

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India and the European Union have concluded negotiations on a landmark trade agreement, paving the way for free trade in goods across a market

India EU FTA Poised for 2026 Breakthrough

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

India and the European Union are expected to declare the conclusion of negotiations for the India EU FTA on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. This follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with European

Russia Pakistan Relations Strengthen as Putin Hails Mutual Benefits

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Business

President Vladimir Putin described Russia Pakistan relations as genuinely mutually beneficial during a credentials ceremony in Moscow on Thursday, January 15, 2026, where Pakistan’s new ambassador presented his letters. The statement underscores

India EU Trade Deal Set for 2026 Breakthrough

Friday, January 16, 2026

Business

India’s commerce secretary announces that negotiations on the India EU trade deal are nearing completion, with a potential signing during the upcoming summit in New Delhi. India expects to conclude talks on

Germany India Closer Ties Face Hurdles Amid Merz Visit

Monday, January 12, 2026

Business

Ahmedabad, Monday, January 12, 2026 — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in India on Monday for a two-day official visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The trip marks Merz’s

Afghanistan-Pakistan Trade Decline Hits $695 Million

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Business

Afghanistan-Pakistan trade volume fell sharply in 2025 due to border closures and political tensions, with the Islamic Emirate suspending all commerce amid disputes over transit routes. Afghanistan’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry

India Rejects Claim India US Trade Deal Stalled Over Missed Modi Trump Phone Call

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Business

India has firmly rejected US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s assertion that the India US trade deal failed to materialise because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not make a personal phone call to

India US Trade Deal Stalled by Missed Modi Trump Call

Friday, January 9, 2026

Business

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick revealed that the India US trade deal faltered because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not place a call to President Donald Trump despite negotiations being set up.

India EU Trade Deal Nears Conclusion After Key Talks

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Business

New Delhi: India and the European Union have intensified efforts to finalise the India EU trade deal as Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal heads to Brussels for crucial meetings. The two-day

India US Trade Deal Advances with Key Reforms

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Business

New Delhi announced reforms on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, to streamline import procedures. The trade ministry detailed measures that cut red tape for importers. These steps respond to US complaints about complex

India New Zealand FTA Boosts Trade by 100% in 5 Years

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

New Zealand and India finalised a landmark free trade agreement on Monday, 22 December 2025, unlocking market access for Kiwi exporters to 1.4 billion consumers while India eyes USD 20 billion in

India France Tax Treaty Revamp Cuts Dividend Rates by 5%

Monday, December 15, 2025

Business

India and France signed a revamped tax treaty on December 12, 2025, slashing dividend withholding taxes and granting Delhi enhanced rights over capital gains. This India France tax treaty, inked in New

India EU FTA Delay Hits Key 2025 Deadline

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Business

India and the European Union face a delay in finalising an India EU FTA, with negotiators no longer optimistic about concluding a free trade agreement by the end of 2025. Talks remain

Putin India Visit Bolsters Defence Ties Amid US Tariffs

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Business

Russian President Vladimir Putin begins his India visit on Thursday, 4 December 2025, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He lands in New Delhi at 6:35 PM for the 23rd

Canada India Uranium Deal Nears Finalisation in 2025

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Current Affairs

Canada and India are putting the finishing touches on a landmark $2.8 billion uranium supply agreement that could reshape nuclear fuel flows in Asia and reinforce bilateral ties after years of cautious

India-Afghanistan Air Cargo Services Activate 2 Key Routes

Friday, November 21, 2025

Current Affairs

India and Afghanistan launched India Afghanistan air cargo services on two routes today. The corridors connect Kabul to Delhi and Amritsar. Officials activated them during talks in New Delhi. Cargo flights start

Pakistan Uzbekistan Pharma Joint Committee Boosts Trade Ties

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Business

Pakistan Uzbekistan pharma joint committee formed during bilateral talks on Monday, November 17, 2025, aims to enhance pharmaceutical trade by resolving certification delays. Officials from both nations agreed to include drug regulators

Canada India Rebuild Ties in $31B Trade Push

Friday, November 14, 2025

Current Affairs

Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu held talks with Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal in New Delhi on 13 November 2025. The meeting advanced Canada India rebuild ties after diplomatic tensions since

Russian Ambassador Hails India-Russia Ties’ 6x Surge to $70bn

Sunday, November 9, 2025

Business

Russian ambassador Denis Alipov described India-Russia ties as time-tested and future-oriented in an interview on Monday. He spoke ahead of President Vladimir Putin’s planned December visit to New Delhi for the annual

Trump Says Will Visit India in 2026 After Modi Talks

Friday, November 7, 2025

Current Affairs

US President Donald Trump says will visit India during the talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi progressed smoothly and that he plans to visit India in 2026. The announcement followed a

China Eastern Airlines Resume India Flights After 5-Year Freeze

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Business

New Delhi, India (South Asian Desk) – China Eastern Airlines will resume India flights on November 9, 2025, ending a five-year suspension. The Shanghai-Delhi service operates three times weekly. This follows a

India and Canada New Roadmap Relations Revive Ties After 2-Year Strain

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Business

New Delhi, Tuesday, 14 October 2025 – India and Canada new roadmap unveiled for their relations, agreeing to boost diplomatic cooperation in October 2025 through trade, energy and technology amid global tensions.

Modi Trump Trade Deal Phone Call Signals Key Progress

Friday, October 10, 2025

Business

New Delhi, Friday, October 10, 2025 – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Thursday. The Modi Trump trade deal phone call reviewed good

India UK Trade Deal jobs impact was discussed during the meeting

India UK Trade Deal Jobs Impact: 2,200 New UK Roles

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Business

London and New Delhi signed a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) on 24 July 2025, promising to reshape India UK trade deal jobs impact through tariff cuts and market access. Prime Minister

Starmer seeks India trade deal during talks with Modi

Starmer Seeks India Trade Deal Boost with £34bn Projection

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Business

MUMBAI, India – UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Mumbai on Wednesday for a two-day visit where Starmer seeks India trade deal and signed in July 2025, accompanied by over 100

Bangladesh-Turkiye Investment is next goal for Yunus

Bangladesh-Turkiye Investment in 10 Key Sectors

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Business

Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) dispatched a senior team to Istanbul on October 7, 2025, to secure Bangladesh-Turkiye investments from Turkiye. The mission, led by Executive Chairman Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun,

Pakistan Malaysia Halal Meat Deal signed can be seen in the picture

Pakistan Malaysia Halal Meat Deal Unlocks $200m Boost

Monday, October 6, 2025

Business

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif hailed a new Pakistan Malaysia halal meat deal during his official visit to Malaysia on Monday, October 6, 2025. The agreement allows Malaysia to import halal meat

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UK PM India Visit Ignites Trade Surge on 8-9 October

Sunday, October 5, 2025

Current Affairs

New Delhi, Sunday, 5 October 2025 – UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will undertake his first official UK PM India visit on 8-9 October 2025, at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister

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Taliban Minister India Visit Marks Diplomatic Milestone After UNSC Ban Lift

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Current Affairs

India will receive acting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi for an official visit from 9 to 16 October 2025, following a temporary lift of his UN Security Council travel ban. This

Rubio Jaishankar Meeting during H1 Visa News

H1 Visa Strong Blow: Rubio Reassures Importance of US-India Ties

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Business

As US-India ties navigate fresh hurdles from a steep H1 visa fee hike, Secretary Rubio’s meeting with Jaishankar signals efforts to mend frictions in trade and technology. New York, United States –

Iranian Delegation visited Kabul to strengthen Iran-Afghanistan relations

Iran-Afghanistan Relations 2025: Minister Leads Economic Delegation

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Business

A high-level Iranian trade mission arrives in Kabul, signalling renewed efforts to bolster Iran-Afghanistan relations amid shared regional challenges. Kabul, Afghanistan – On Monday, 15 September, 2025, Seyyed Mohammad Atabak, Iran’s Minister

India's FM Shaking Hands, after asking for German Role in EU Trade Negotiations

German Role in India EU Negotiations Gains Momentum

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Current Affairs

India seeks German role to accelerate EU free trade talks, aiming to strengthen economic ties amid global trade challenges. On Wednesday, 3 September 2025, in New Delhi, India’s External Affairs Minister S

A Chinese Child Is Holding an Indian flag depicting India-China trade

India-China Trade Bonhomie: Can It Reshape Asia’s Economic Landscape?

Saturday, August 23, 2025

Current Affairs

Improved India-China trade ties could challenge US influence in Asia amid shifting geopolitical dynamics. India and China, Asia’s economic giants, are warming ties after years of tension, with bilateral trade reaching USD

Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar Standing and Smiling in Front of the Mic, Along with the Indian Flag in the Background, during India-Russia ties talks

India Russia Ties Strengthened as Jaishankar Embarks on Moscow Visit

Friday, August 22, 2025

Current Affairs

India Russia ties take centre stage as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar embarked on a three-day visit to Moscow on 19 August 2025, aiming to bolster the longstanding strategic partnership between the

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India Faces Economic Strain as Trump Halts Trade Talks Over Tariff Dispute

Monday, September 8, 2025

Current Affairs

India is facing economic strain with a deepening trade dispute with the United States after President Donald Trump announced a suspension of trade negotiations on August 7, 2025, citing India’s high tariffs

Pakistan and Iran Aim for $8 Billion Trade Milestone

Friday, October 10, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan and Iran have agreed to elevate their annual bilateral trade to $8 billion, signaling a renewed commitment to strengthen economic ties. This decision emerged from a meeting between Pakistan’s Commerce Minister

Pakistan-Azerbaijan Trade Deal Ignites Hope for Economic Growth

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Business

Pakistan-Azerbaijan trade deal is poised for a major leap forward as the two nations announce plans to launch a joint trade company. This bold step, unveiled during a visit by Azerbaijan’s Ambassador

India Continues Trade Talks with US Amid New Tariffs

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Business

India is actively pursuing trade talks with US following the imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian exports, set to take effect in August 2025. The discussions aim to mitigate the impact

US Imposes 19% Tariff on Pakistani Goods Amid Global Trade Shakeup

Friday, October 24, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

On August 1, 2025, the United States implemented a 19% tariff on Pakistani goods, down from a previously proposed 29%, following a trade agreement finalized between the two nations. This deal, announced

Pakistan Secures First US Oil Shipment in Landmark Trade Deal

Friday, October 24, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan’s largest refiner, Cnergyico, has signed a deal to import 1 million barrels of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil from Vitol, marking the country’s first-ever purchase of US crude. The US

Swift Free Trade Agreement: India and New Zealand

Monday, October 27, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

India and New Zealand have concluded the second round of negotiations for a Swift Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in New Delhi, marking steady progress toward a comprehensive deal to bolster economic ties.

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan Boost Trade Ties to $100M

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan have set an ambitious target to increase their bilateral trade volume to $100 million by 2025, marking a significant step toward stronger economic cooperation. This announcement came during the

Pakistan and Afghanistan Sign Trade Agreement to Boost Bilateral Trade

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business

On July 23, 2025, Pakistan and Afghanistan formalized a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) aimed at strengthening economic ties between the two neighboring countries. Signed in Islamabad by Pakistan’s Commerce Secretary Jawad Paul

Britain and India to Sign Landmark Free Trade Pact During Modi Visit

Friday, August 15, 2025

Current Affairs

On July 24, 2025, Britain and India will formalize a significant free trade agreement during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to London. This deal, finalized after three years of negotiations, aims

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Trade Boost on the Horizon: Pakistan and Afghanistan Ink Preferential Deal Ahead of August 2025

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

On July 23, 2025, Pakistan and Afghanistan signed a landmark Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) in Islamabad, aimed at revitalizing and simplifying bilateral trade. The agreement, set to take effect on August 1,

India and UK Strengthen Ties with New Trade Agreement

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

India, UK to sign free trade deal during Modi’s visit. On July 24, 2025, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to London, India and the United Kingdom will formalize a free trade

India and U.S. Mini Trade Deal Faces Delay Beyond August 1

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

A proposed mini trade deal between India and the United States is unlikely to be finalized before the August 1, 2025, deadline, according to recent reports. Negotiations, ongoing since June, have hit

Two men in suits sitting at a table covered with a green cloth, with a large floral arrangement in the center, during a formal meeting. The backdrop features the emblem of Pakistan, and small flags of Azerbaijan and Pakistan are placed on the table.

Pakistan and Azerbaijan Set to Launch Freight Rail Services in 2025

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

The governments of Pakistan and Azerbaijan are preparing to launch two new freight train services in 2025—the Pakistan‑Azerbaijan Express and the Pakistan‑Iran‑Azerbaijan route—as part of a major initiative to boost regional trade

Pakistan and U.S. Nearing Trade Agreement

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan and the United States are on the verge of finalizing a significant trade agreement aimed at strengthening economic ties and ensuring stable market access for Pakistani exports. The ongoing negotiations, described

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Strengthening Trade Ties: Pakistan and US Deepen 2025 Economic Dialogue

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with top US officials in Washington, D.C., on July 18, 2025, to push forward efforts for a bilateral trade agreement between the two countries. Key meetings

Pakistan and UK Sign Agreement to Strengthen Economic Ties

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan and the United Kingdom have formalized a new agreement to enhance their economic partnership, marking a significant step in deepening bilateral trade and investment. Signed on July 14, 2025, in London,

Two men in suits shaking hands in a formal room with ornate chairs, flanked by the flags of Pakistan and Turkey, indicating a diplomatic meeting.

Pakistan-Turkiye Push for $5 Billion Trade Target with Renewed Strategy

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business

Pakistan and Turkiye are reenergizing efforts to reach their $5 billion bilateral trade goal, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif instructing the Ministry of Commerce to set clear deliverables and timelines. In 2024,

US Seeks Duty-Free Access for Products in Bangladesh Trade Talks

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

The United States has formally requested Bangladesh to grant zero-duty access for a range of its products, as confirmed by Bangladesh’s Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman. The request, communicated via email from the

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India, US to Resume Trade Talks with Focus on Tariff Reductions

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

India is preparing to send a trade delegation to the United States for continued negotiations on a potential bilateral trade agreement. The visit comes as part of efforts to push forward India

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