It comes as a breath of fresh air at a tumultuous time for global trade and supply-chain realignment. Trade agreements with developed countries expose Indian industry to healthy competition and provide consumers with world-class products. Let our only mantra be quality, quality, and only quality. Moreover, there is no evidence that the UPA government conducted meaningful consultations with stakeholders before signing trade agreements. The India–EU FTA, along with other trade agreements concluded by the Modi government, underlines the difference between drift and decisive leadership.

Source: Indian Express January 30, 2026 07:52 UTC