The objective of the Indian Model Bilateral Investment Treaty text is to provide appropriate protection to foreign investors in India and Indian investors in the foreign country, in the light of the relevant international precedents and practices, while maintaining a balance between the investor’s rights and the Government obligations. The model text will form the basis for negotiations with other countries.

Comments/suggestions are invited on the draft text.

The last date for submission of your comments is 11th April, 2015, 12:00 noon.

Model Text for the Indian Bilateral Investment Treaty