Overview
- Under the Ind‑Aus ECTA’s next phase, 100% of Australian tariff lines move to zero for Indian goods starting January 1, 2026, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.
- India’s exports to Australia grew 8% in FY2024‑25, with officials citing an improved trade balance and sustained market access since the pact took effect in December 2022.
- Manufacturing, chemicals, textiles, plastics, pharmaceuticals and petroleum products recorded gains, while gems and jewellery exports rose 16% during April–November 2025.
- A Mutual Recognition Arrangement on organic products was signed to simplify certification and lower compliance costs for exporters.
- Negotiations on a broader CECA continue as policymakers emphasize export diversification following reports of higher U.S. tariffs on Indian goods since August 27, 2025.