Norway’s State Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik, has hailed India as an "ascending major power" and essential global partner, emphasizing a "very strong and robust relationship". Key focus areas include deepening trade through the EFTA agreement, maritime/ocean issues, and strategic cooperation in energy transition, and technology. 


State Secretary For Foreign Affairs Minister on India-Norway Ties

The India-EFTA trade and economic partnership agreement that was signed recently promises significant benefits for both India and the European Free Trade Association countries. The countries in the EFTA include Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein.

India-EFTA trade pact: How it benefits India?

India has sealed a significant trade and economic partnership with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), comprising Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland.

India secures $100 billion investment commitment in landmark trade pact with EFTA

Liechtenstein's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Education, and Sport, Dominique Hasler has expressed her jubilation over the signing of the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

Liechtenstein's Foreign Minister Dominique Hasler hails milestone EFTA trade agreement with India

Liechtenstein's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Education, and Sport, Dominique Hasler has expressed her jubilation over the signing of the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). "It's really a milestone for us. It's a historical moment," Minister Hasler told WION, underscoring the monumental significance of this agreement for Liechtenstein's highly industrialized economy. Minister Hasler elaborated on Liechtenstein's economic priorities, emphasizing, "So for our economy, it is really, really an important step because of their main priorities having a free trade agreement with India." With a focus on advanced technologies, Liechtenstein's specialized industries are poised to benefit significantly from this partnership, opening up vast opportunities for growth and collaboration. "The opportunities are huge," Minister Hasler continues, highlighting the potential for deepened cooperation between Liechtenstein and India. She points to Liechtenstein's significant presence in India's construction sector, stating, "Our biggest company Hilti is a construction company and Liechtenstein is already quite visible here in India, for example, at the Atal tunnel, the Mumbai Metro." Minister Hasler pointed to the importance of partnership, trust, and innovation in shaping the future of bilateral relations, stating, "It's about partnership. It's about trust, and it's about innovative shaping of the future." She also expressed optimism about the future prospects of cooperation between the two nations. "So we are really looking forward to serving our cooperation," she remarked, highlighting the eagerness to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the TEPA. The trade pact between India and the 4 European nations, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland was signed on Sunday in Delhi. The pact lowers duties on products and provides market access for both sides. $100 billion commitment from EFTA states has also been made under the pact.

Liechtenstein's Foreign Minister Dominique Hasler Hails Milestone EFTA Trade Agreement with India

India inked $100 billion free trade deal with four European countries. India signed a trade and economic partnership agreement with the European Free Trade Association.

All you need to know about India's $100 billion free trade deal with four European countries

Iceland's Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson expressed enthusiasm over the signing of a trade and economic agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

India-EFTA pact opens new opportunities, says Iceland FM Bjarni Benediktsson

India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries have taken steps towards resuming their negotiations for a Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) during a meeting held in New Delhi on Wednesday.

India and EFTA countries plan to resume trade talks

Britain said Thursday it had agreed a provisional trade deal with Norway, Switzerland and two other non-EU partners to ensure continuity after its Brexit divorce from the European Union.

UK seals temporary Brexit trade deal with EFTA nations

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