Modi in UK: Historic India–UK Free Trade Deal on the Cards

PM Modi arrives in the UK for a 2-day official visit. All eyes on the India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

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Modi meets UK’s new PM, Keir Starmer. Talks focus on trade, defence and tech ties

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After 3 years of talks, the India–UK FTA is ready for signing marking a major milestone

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Zero duties on 99% of Indian goods. India reduces tariffs on 90% of UK exports

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Tariff cuts on Scotch whisky, cars, EVs and financial services big wins for UK exporters

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Lower UK tariffs on textiles, jewellery, IT services and pharma boosting Indian exports

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It also Cover climate, education, healthcare, digital tech and regional security

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FTA could boost bilateral trade to $34B by 2040. A step toward deeper India–UK ties

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