What will be the impact of the EU-India trade pact?

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India *Ursula von der Leyen Antonio Costa European Union Narendra Modi

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Jan 28, 2026

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Al JazeeraJan 28

What will be the impact of the EU-India trade pact?

In January 2026, India and the European Union finalized a major trade agreement. This agreement, described as one of the largest in history, arrives after both entities faced tariffs imposed by the United States. The deal's contents and motivations are discussed by experts including Brahma Chellaney, Remi Bourgeot, and Dhananjay Tripathi. The discussion explores the extent to which the agreement was influenced by the United States' recent trade actions. The trade pact aims to strengthen economic ties between India and the EU amidst a changing global trade landscape.

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South China Morning PostJan 28

Historic EU-India trade deal to slash auto tariffs, double bloc’s India exports by 2032

After nearly 20 years of negotiations, the European Union and India have finalized a free-trade agreement in New Delhi. The deal aims to reduce or eliminate tariffs on 96.6% of EU exports to India, potentially doubling the bloc's goods exports to the country by 2032. Key benefits for the EU include reduced tariffs on machinery, aircraft, and medical equipment, as well as a significant reduction in import taxes on automobiles from 110% to 10% with a quota of 250,000 vehicles per year. The EU hopes this agreement will diversify trade ties and alleviate tariff pressures from the US and a trade deficit with China. While announced on Tuesday, the agreement still requires ratification and could take months to finalize and implement.

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Associated Press (AP)Jan 28

The EU is seeking new trade partnerships. Here’s why

The European Union is actively pursuing new trade partnerships with countries like India, Japan, Indonesia, Mexico, and the Mercosur nations. This initiative comes as the EU seeks to diversify its relationships amid concerns about the stability of the international order and trade relations with the United States. The announcement of a free trade agreement between the EU and India highlights this new priority for the 27-nation bloc. Leaders within the EU are emphasizing the need for decisive and united action to ensure the union is more autonomous and open to global collaboration. The move reflects a broader strategy to secure trade and diplomatic ties in a changing global landscape.

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The trade deal comes months after the United States slapped tariffs on India and the European Union.

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EU and India have formally concluded negotiations for a free-trade deal.

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The deal is poised to reduce or eliminate tariffs on 96.6 per cent of the EU’s exports to India, by value.

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Selling cars to India was previously more difficult due to a 110 per cent import tax.

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This new trade deal would drop the car import tax to 10 per cent, with an import quota of 250,000 vehicles per year.

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Jan 27, 2026

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South China Morning PostJan 27

India, EU ‘make history’ as they seal trade pact amid US tariff pressure

India and the European Union have announced a free trade agreement, dubbed the "mother of all deals" by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The pact aims to strengthen economic ties between the EU's 27 member states and India, creating one of the world's largest trading blocs. Once implemented, the deal is expected to cut or eliminate tariffs on almost 97% of European exports to India, saving up to €4 billion (US$4.75 billion) a year in duties. The agreement represents about 25% of global GDP and one-third of global trade. It marks a historic step in bilateral ties between the EU and India, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calling it a "historic moment" for the two parties.

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Associated Press (AP)Jan 27

India’s prime minister says it has reached a free trade deal with the EU

According to the article, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India has reached a free trade deal with the European Union. The announcement was made around January 27, 2026, based on the dates in the photo captions. The article includes images of Modi welcoming European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in New Delhi, India. The leaders met to discuss matters related to the trade agreement. The deal aims to strengthen economic ties between India and the EU.

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Al JazeeraJan 27

India, EU agree on ‘mother of all’ trade deals

India and the European Union reached a landmark trade agreement in January 2026, creating a free trade zone encompassing two billion people and approximately 25% of the global GDP. The deal, announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, follows nearly two decades of intermittent negotiations. India anticipates benefits in sectors like textiles, gems, and leather goods, while the EU views India as a crucial future market. The agreement aims to open India's protected market to free trade with the 27-nation EU, its largest trading partner, and provide Europe with technology and investment opportunities. Formal signing is expected after legal vetting, with implementation anticipated within a year.

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India and the European Union have signed a free trade agreement.

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The deal between India and the 27-nation EU covers about 2 billion people.

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The deal represents a combined market of nearly $27 trillion.

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This agreement will bring major opportunities for the people of India and Europe.

— Narendra Modi

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India and the European Union announced a long-awaited free trade agreement.

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Jan 25, 2026

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South China Morning PostJan 25

EU envoys top guests at India celebration to seal trade deal

European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are in India to finalize a free-trade agreement between the EU and India. They are the chief guests for India's Republic Day celebrations on Monday, preceding the 16th EU-India summit on Tuesday. The EU views India, projected to be the world's fourth largest economy, as a crucial future market. India seeks European technology and investment to improve infrastructure and create jobs. Both sides aim to strengthen their strategic partnership through this agreement, which has been under negotiation for nearly two decades.

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EU and New Delhi seek to seal a free-trade pact after nearly two decades of negotiations.

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Costa and von der Leyen are chief guests for India’s Republic Day celebrations.

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The 16th EU-India summit will be held on Tuesday.

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India is on track to become the world’s fourth largest economy this year.

— International Monetary Fund

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We are on the cusp of a historic trade agreement.

— Ursula von der Leyen

Jan 22, 2026

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South China Morning PostJan 22

India, EU ramp up push for ‘historic’ free-trade deal amid US tariff tensions

India and the European Union are accelerating efforts to finalize a long-delayed free-trade agreement. EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa will attend India's Republic Day celebrations on January 26, followed by an EU-India summit on January 27. Discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other officials are planned. Both sides are signaling urgency, driven by geopolitical pressures including US trade uncertainty and the realignment of EU supply chains. Negotiations, ongoing since 2007, have been hampered by disagreements over market access and labor mobility, but the current global environment has added new impetus to reach an agreement.

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Ursula von der Leyen said the EU and India are on the cusp of a historic trade agreement.

— Ursula von der Leyen

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Von der Leyen and Costa will attend India’s Republic Day celebrations on January 26.

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India and the EU are stepping up efforts for a free-trade agreement.

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Negotiations between India and the EU have dragged on since 2007.

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Geopolitical pressure from US trade uncertainty has created urgency on both sides.

— Srinivaasan Balakrishnan