• Prime Minister Narendra Modi has encouraged Indian manufacturers to capitalize on the newly established Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union, highlighting it as a significant opportunity for Indian industry to access a market of 27 nations with 93% of shipments gaining duty-free access.
• Speaking before the commencement of the Budget session, the Prime Minister also characterized the President's address as a reflection of the nation's aspirations and a move towards implementing long-term solutions for persistent issues, underscoring India's growing global confidence.
• Modi further praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for presenting her ninth consecutive budget, a notable achievement for a woman finance minister in India, and urged stakeholders to focus on problem-solving during the parliamentary session.
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