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India Finalizes Landmark EU FTA; Unveils 2047 Tax Holidays for Cloud Exports
This report covers trade policy, export incentives, customs duty, and FTAs from March 09 to March 16, 2026. Brought to you by policyindex.ai. This intelligence contains details on the concluded India-EU FTA, new $100B FDI safeguards in EFTA, and major services export incentives in the FY27 Budget.
Key Statistics
| $348.4 Billion | 90.7% | $100 Billion |
|---|---|---|
| Services Exports (Apr-Jan FY26) | Indian Exports to EU with Immediate Zero Duty | Legally Binding FDI Commitment from EFTA |
Weekly Executive Summary
- India-EU FTA Conclusion: Official confirmation that negotiations for the India-EU Free Trade Agreement were finalized on January 27, 2026, granting zero-duty access to 90.7% of Indian exports immediately upon entry into force.
- EFTA "Claw Back" Precedent: The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) enters its second year with a unique, legally binding "claw back" clause, allowing India to withdraw trade benefits if the $100 billion investment target is missed.
- Service Export Tax Holidays: The Union Budget FY 2026-27 introduces tax holi…
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