The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is operating round the clock as India accelerates negotiations on multiple Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and strategic trade deals. Sources indicate that teams are engaged in high-level discussions with partners including the UK, EU, and Gulf nations, with focus areas spanning goods, services, digital trade, and investment facilitation. The push aligns with India’s broader goal of integrating deeper into global supply chains, countering China’s economic influence, and boosting exports. Officials say MEA is synchronizing efforts with the Commerce Ministry to ensure India’s trade diplomacy reflects both strategic and economic priorities effectively.