Jammu, March 11 -- India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) recently made history by signing a groundbreaking free trade agreement, marking a significant milestone in India's trade relations with Europe.

This momentous pact, known as the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), heralds a new era of economic cooperation and mutual benefit between India and the four-nation European bloc comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

The TEPA stands out as a first-of-its-kind commitment in India's trade deals, setting a precedent for future agreements. One of the key aspects of the TEPA is India's commitment to opening its markets to a wide range of products from EFTA nations. This move signifies India's will...