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India and Ecuador eye preferential trade deal to deepen cooperation across key sectors

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Published on 2 May 2026
India and Ecuador eye preferential trade deal to deepen cooperation across key sectors

A solar pact and big cat alliance are on the table

India and Ecuador are exploring a preferential trade agreement as they broaden cooperation beyond traditional diplomacy. Talks also cover expanding collaboration in healthcare, agriculture, and digital technology, alongside Ecuador’s planned participation in global initiatives like the International Solar Alliance and the International Big Cat Alliance. India will offer grant support for development projects, while discussions extend to pharmaceuticals and critical mineral supply chains.

  • India and Ecuador are discussing a preferential trade deal
  • Cooperation could expand in healthcare agriculture and digital tech
  • Ecuador plans to join the International Solar Alliance and big cat alliance
  • Talks included pharmaceuticals and critical mineral supply chains
Read the full story at The Economic Times

This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on The Economic TimesThe Economic Times

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