New Delhi, May 9 -- Seeking to advance the implementation of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) and strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal this week held bilateral talks with his Swiss counterpart and reviewed the progress made so far.

Agarwal concluded his official two-day visit on May 8, 2026.

With a focus on translating the agreement's market access provisions into tangible business partnerships, investments, and greater industry participation, Agarwal held bilateral talks with Helene Budliger Artieda, State Secretary, Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO).

Both sides reviewed progress since TEPA became operational and discussed steps to expand trad...