India has signed a free trade agreement (FTA) with New Zealand, marking a significant milestone in its trade policy under Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. This agreement is the seventh FTA finalized during Goyal's tenure over the past three and a half years. He announced that two more FTAs are expected to be signed with the European Union and the United States in the coming months, further enhancing India's trade relations. The FTA with New Zealand, which is expected to come into force by the end of 2026, is notable for being India's first women-led FTA, highlighting the importance of gender in trade negotiations. Goyal's announcement follows recent discussions between Indian officials and U.S. authorities aimed at finalizing a bilateral trade agreement, focusing on key areas such as market access and investment promotion. Previous FTAs signed by India include agreements with the United Arab Emirates (implemented in May 2022), Australia (December 2022), and the United Kingdom (signed in July 2025).