INDIA’S BILATERAL INVESTMENT TREATY MODEL & ITS IMPACT ON INDIA’S TRADE RELATIONS

AUTHOR – RISHABH WAHI, STUDENT AMITY LAW SCHOOL, AMITY UNIVERSITY NOIDA

BEST CITATION – RISHABH WAHI, INDIA’S BILATERAL INVESTMENT TREATY MODEL & ITS IMPACT ON INDIA’S TRADE RELATIONS, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (8) OF 2025, PG. 583-591, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

Abstract

This paper examines India’s 2015 Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) Model and analyzes its substantial impact on India’s international trade relations. The study investigates how India’s paradigm shift from a liberal investment framework to a more restrictive and sovereignty-focused model. The ways it has influenced foreign direct investment flows and bilateral economic relationships. Through analysis of key provisions, comparison with international standards, and evaluation of post-implementation outcomes. This research identifies both protective advantages and challenging consequences of India’s revised approach. The findings suggest that while the 2015 Model BIT successfully addresses India’s sovereignty concerns. It has created significant friction in trade negotiations and investment relations, particularly with developed economies. This research contributes to understanding the delicate balance between investment protection and regulatory sovereignty. Focussing on emerging economies navigating global economic integration.