India, Feb. 9 -- Domestic spirits makers' body CIABC on Saturday said it expects tariffs on spirituous beverages to be aligned with India's recently signed free trade agreements (FTAs) with the UK and the EU. According to the framework finalised by India and the US for an interim trade agreement, American goods ranging from wines and spirits to dry fruits will enter India either duty-free or at reduced import tariffs. Urging the Indian Government to ensure a "fair and level-playing field against imports", the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies (CIABC) said it hopes the deal will be "equitable and mutually beneficial" for both nations.

CIABC, which represents home-grown Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) players, said it ...