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EFTA pact kicks into action amid US tariffs

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October 01, 2025

The trade agreement with the four-nation European bloc was signed in March

- Rajeev Jayaswal

EFTA pact kicks into action amid US tariffs

Under TEPA, the EFTA block has removed duties on 92.2% of tariff lines encompassing 99.6% of India's exports.

(BLOOMBERG)

Indian exporters now have the opportunity to diversify their business from high tariff markets like the US to a bloc of four European countries (especially for items like plastic goods) from Wednesday as the free trade deal between India and European Free Trade ‘Association (EFTA) will be operationalized on October 1, according to an official statement.

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HC shields personality rights of Asha Bhosle

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Centre notifies draft online gaming rules, invites feedback from public

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100 years of the RSS: The spirit remains unchanged

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First day, first show: Pace makes Windies crumble

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Bangladesh crush Pakistan, start campaign with easy win

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Barbs fly at Uddhav, Shinde Dussehra rallies

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