1st Round Of India-Israel Free Trade Talks Begins Ahead Of PM Modi's Visit

The first round of negotiations for the India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA) commenced in New Delhi and is scheduled to take place until 26 February 2026.

24 Feb, 15:51 — 24 Feb, 16:17

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Why this matters

These free trade talks signify a deepening economic relationship between India and Israel, aiming to boost bilateral trade and investment. The commencement of negotiations ahead of a high-profile visit by PM Modi underscores the strategic importance both nations place on this partnership and its potential for mutual economic benefit.

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What sources agree on

The first round of negotiations for the India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has commenced.
The negotiations are taking place in New Delhi.

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The first round of negotiations for the India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has commenced.

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The negotiations are taking place in New Delhi.

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The negotiations commenced on February 23, 2026.

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The negotiations are scheduled to take place until 26 February 2026.

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The commerce ministry stated that the negotiations commenced on February 23, 2026.

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Where they diverge

The specific start date of the negotiations

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This outlet states the negotiations commenced on February 23, 2026.

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This outlet reports the negotiations commenced and are scheduled until February 26, 2026, without specifying an exact start date.

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The scheduled end date of the negotiations (February 26, 2026)

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Attribution of the information to the commerce ministry

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ndtvcenter-leftcenterneutralMostly Factualreports factual details of trade negotiations

hindustan-timescentercenter-rightneutralMostly Factualcites government source for trade details

Coverage leans: balanced

The overall coverage is balanced, with both outlets providing straightforward, factual reporting on the trade talks without apparent political framing.

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual167d ago

India, Israel begin talks for free trade pact

“The first round of negotiations for the India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA) commenced on February 23, 2026 in New Delhi,” the commerce ministry said.

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ndtvMostly Factual166d ago