In the latest round of negotiations for free trade agreements (FTAs) with Peru and Chile, New Delhi made substantial progress, with discussions on critical minerals supplies figuring prominently.

A team of negotiators from India visited Lima from November 3-5, for the 9th round of discussions on the India-Peru Trade Agreement. After the talks it was decided to hold the 10th round of negotiations in New Delhi in January 2026.

“The discussions witnessed substantive progress across key chapters of the proposed Agreement including Trade in Goods and Services, Rules of Origin, Technical Barriers to Trade , Customs Procedures, Dispute Settlement, and Critical Minerals,” a statement by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said.

Both sides agreed to hold intersessional meetings to addres

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