EFTA members Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are looking to ensure further progress on the proposed Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) on the margins of the Raisina Dialogue this week, which will be attended by officials of at least three of these countries, the people said on condition of anonymity.
The two sides are ironing out issues so that the deal can be signed soon, an official with direct knowledge of the matter said. Prospects for an early conclusion had brightened after the 21st round of negotiations in New Delhi during January 8-13, a second official said.
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