Key Trade Talks with Canada, Peru and Israel Highlighted by Commerce Minister

Goyal also briefed reporters on parallel negotiations. Talks with Canada on a bilateral FTA are progressing well, with an Indian delegation set to depart for Ottawa next Monday. The government aims to seal the deal within six months. In contrast, the proposed India‑Peru FTA faces hurdles over market‑access objections on certain products, delaying its conclusion. Meanwhile, despite the volatile situation in West Asia, discussions with Israel continue, albeit at a slower pace, and are expected to accelerate once regional stability improves.