Recently in October 2023, India and which neighbouring country have re-launched negotiations of the Economic and Technology Cooperation Agreement (ETCA)?

The correct answer is Sri Lanka.

Key Points

• India and Sri Lanka held the 12th round of negotiations on the Economic and Technology Cooperation Agreement (ETCA) in Colombo, Sri Lanka from 30th October 2023 to 1st November 2023.
• The two countries had 11 rounds of bilateral talks from 2016 to 2018. Thereafter the negotiations were paused.
• The Sri Lankan delegation was led by Mr. K J Weerasinghe, Chief Negotiator.
• The Indian delegation was led by Shri Anant Swarup, Joint Secretary in the Department of Commerce, Government & Chief Negotiator.
• Both sides identified the areas of convergence and areas where they need to find creative solutions.