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France pushes for enforceable rules in India EU free trade talks to cut hidden trade barriers
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Published on 2 May 2026
Non tariff obstacles are the real battleground
France is pressing India and the European Union to add enforceable, actionable provisions to their free trade agreement talks, focusing less on tariffs and more on non-tariff barriers. Minister Delegate Nicolas Forissier said the urgency is to tackle practical trade frictions so the agreement becomes a true win-win rather than just a paper deal for both sides.
- France wants enforceable measures in India EU FTA talks
- Focus is on non tariff barriers, not just tariffs
- Minister Nicolas Forissier calls for faster, actionable steps
- Goal is a genuine win win outcome for both regions
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