India, EU to begin 11th round of FTA talks from May 13; aim to finalise first phase soon

India and the European Union are set to begin the 11th round of FTA negotiations, aiming to finalize the first phase soon and the second by 2025. Discussions will cover market access, investment, and government procurement. Both sides seek enhanced trade opportunities, with the EU focusing on duty reductions and India on improved access for key exports.