India’s recent global trade strategy aims to boost exports and strengthen its position as a leading global trade partner. A major development in India’s trade diplomacy is the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, signed on January 27, 2026 after nearly two decades of negotiations. Widely regarded as the “mother of all deals”, the agreement represents a transformative boost to India’s export ecosystem and marks a decisive shift in India’s broader global trade strategy. Strategically, India’s recent global trade agreements collectively signal a major shift toward enhancing its role as a leading player in the global trading system. At the coreIndia’s evolving global trade strategy is central to its ambition of becoming an economic superpower and achieving Viksit Bharat.

Source: The Hindu February 25, 2026 08:07 UTC