India and Israel conclude second round of FTA negotiations in New Delhi
India and Israel concluded the second round of negotiations for the proposed India–Israel Free Trade Agreement, held from 20 to 23 July 2026 at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi.
Summary
The India–Israel FTA talks are guided by Terms of Reference signed in November 2025. Technical sessions in this round covered trade in goods and services, rules of origin, sanitary and phytosanitary measures, technical barriers to trade, intellectual property rights, customs procedures and trade facilitation. India–Israel merchandise trade stood at USD 3.93 billion in FY 2025-26.
Key facts
- Round
- Second round, proposed India–Israel FTA
- Dates / venue
- 20–23 July 2026, Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi
- Terms of Reference
- Signed November 2025
- Bilateral merchandise trade
- USD 3.93 billion (FY 2025-26)
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Where was the second round of India–Israel Free Trade Agreement negotiations held in July 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi
The second round was held from 20 to 23 July 2026 at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi.
What was the total merchandise trade between India and Israel in FY 2025-26?
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Correct answer: B — USD 3.93 billion
India–Israel merchandise trade stood at USD 3.93 billion in FY 2025-26.