India stresses equal focus on non-tariff barriers, import duty in EU trade talks

India has urged the EU to address non-tariff barriers alongside import duties for substantial progress in FTA negotiations, aiming to conclude the agreement by the end of 2025. Both sides emphasized monthly negotiation rounds, digital transition support, resilient supply chains, enhanced market access, regulatory cooperation, and innovation promotion. They acknowledged investment flows and people-to-people mobility's crucial role.