According to the World Trade Organization, India has entered into 20 regional or free trade agreements (FTA). This count excludes the most recent pacts signed with the United Kingdom in July and with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which came into effect in October. Also under way are negotiations , most notably with the United States, the European Union, Canada and the Southern African Customs Union. With India now facing American tariffs of up to 50% on key exports, there are intensive efforts to fast-track these agreements. Some reports have even suggested discussions around a re-engagement with the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, which India walked away from in 2019 over concerns related to farm sectors and rules of origin. However, New Delhi has not accepted

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