Amid deepening strategic ties and discussions around Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and Israel gaining momentum, the State Bank of India (SBI), the only Indian bank with a presence in Israel, is looking to facilitate bilateral trade in Indian rupees."In view of India's significant trade flows from/to its partner countries and growing interest among the global trading community to trade in the Indian rupee, it has been envisaged by our banking regulators, i.e. Reserve Bank of India, to permit India ...

New Zealand has finalized a free-trade agreement with India, local media report https://t.co/DURI3ENnEh ...

India and Oman have sealed a free trade pact that removes tariffs on key goods and simplifies market access, bolstering New Delhi’s push to expand its economic ties and strategic presence in the Middle East https://t.co/DWCG7qZMXw ...

The UK finalized a long-awaited free trade agreement with South Korea that the government said would boost exporters from automaker Bentley to beverages firm Diageo https://t.co/LIEHlMoG0n ...

RT Wally Rashid (@wallyrashid)In 1984, the U.S. was negotiating a Free Trade Agreement with Israel.A classified memo listed American industries that would be harmed if duties were removed.@AIPAC then stole this document and sent it to Israeli officials, to hurt America's economy while benefiting Israel. https://t.co/Oj5NaMbpu2 ...

RT Wally Rashid (@wallyrashid)In 1984, the U.S. was negotiating a Free Trade Agreement with Israel.A classified memo listed American industries that would be harmed if duties were removed.@AIPAC then stole this document and sent it to Israeli officials, to hurt America's economy while benefiting Israel. https://t.co/Oj5NaMbpu2 ...

Trade Relations - China expanded its free trade pact with a group of Southeast Asian nations [1] - This move deepens China's economic ties with the region [1] - The expansion occurs amidst efforts by the former US President to engage the region through trade deals [1]

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Group 1 - India will reject trade conditions from partner countries that limit its trading choices, as stated by Trade Minister Piyush Goyal during negotiations for a free trade agreement with the European Union, with ongoing differences over market access, environmental standards, and rules of origin [1][7] - India's trade discussions with the United States are ongoing, where the U.S. has imposed a 50% tariff on Indian exports, indicating a cautious approach from New Delhi [1][7] - The EU, UK, and US are urging India to reduce imports of discounted Russian crude oil, which they argue supports Russia's military efforts in Ukraine, while India defends its energy purchases as vital for energy security [3][7] Group 2 - Goyal met with Luxembourg's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Xavier Bettel, to review economic relations and explore ways to enhance bilateral trade [5][7] - Discussions included Luxembourg's upcoming state visit to India and various regional and global developments [5][7] - Goyal engaged in one-on-one discussions with CEOs of major German companies, focusing on potential collaborations in critical sectors such as defense, energy, emerging technologies, and mobility [6][7]

Core Insights - President Trump's attendance at the 47th ASEAN Summit indicates potential announcements of significant trade agreements, possibly a full free trade agreement with the US that eliminates reciprocal tariffs [1] - The visit is expected to bring new investment announcements from US businesses, particularly in the semiconductor sector, which is crucial for Malaysia [2] Trade and Investment - The US currently imposes a 19% general tariff on Malaysian exports, but semiconductor products are exempt from this tariff [2] - Malaysia's exports to the US increased by 18.2% year-on-year, reaching RM166.38 billion from January to September 2025 [4] - Imports from the US rose by 11.2% to RM104.50 billion during the same period, leading to a total bilateral trade growth of 15.4% year-on-year, amounting to RM270.88 billion in the first nine months of 2025 [5] Economic Relations - The US is seeking further concessions on non-tariff barriers to trade, which could enhance trade relations with Malaysia [4] - The 47th ASEAN Summit, chaired by Malaysia, emphasizes "Inclusivity and Sustainability," highlighting the importance of continued cordial relations between Malaysia, ASEAN, and the US [3][4]