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FTA talks with India to relaunch early in 2025: UK PM tells Parliament UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the resumption of Free Trade Agreement negotiations with India in early 2024. The decision, following a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to bolster the countries' bilateral trade partner...
22 Nov, 2024, 09.33 PM ISTMajority of steel imports under FTAs, making any duty hike ineffective, says steel secy India's steel industry is grappling with a surge in imports, primarily from countries with free trade agreements (FTAs). These duty-free imports constitute a significant portion of total steel imports, rendering tariff adjustments ineffective in cur...
20 Nov, 2024, 10.05 PM ISTIndia-UK FTA talks: Both sides seek to bridge gaps to close deal expeditiously India and the UK are set to resume negotiations for a free trade agreement early next year. The talks, stalled due to elections in both countries, aim to address remaining issues in goods and services trade. Both sides seek greater market access, wi...
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Diplomatic channels to decide India-UK FTA talks resumption date: Govt India and the UK are set to resume negotiations for a free trade agreement in early 2025. The two countries aim to build on previous progress and finalize the deal quickly. The UK is a key partner in India's goal of reaching $1 trillion in exports b...
20 Nov, 2024, 02.59 PM ISTUK & India to resume trade talks confirm Prime Ministers Modi, Starmer at G20 Summit Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met at the G20 Summit and agreed to relaunch trade negotiations in 2025. They discussed visas for Indian professionals, new Indian consulates in the UK, and the extradition of ec...
19 Nov, 2024, 11.14 PM ISTUK-India trade talks to re-launch in the new year: Kier Starmer Boosting trade abroad is essential to delivering a strong economy at home. The UK is committed to negotiating a trade deal with India - one of the fastest growing economies in the world, the statement said
19 Nov, 2024, 10.54 PM ISTIndian economic offenders discussed in first Modi-Starmer meet, followed by talks on UK-India free trade agreement Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met at the G20 Summit to strengthen UK-India ties. They discussed technology, green energy, and security, agreeing to address economic offenders and restart Free Trade Agreement ...
19 Nov, 2024, 01.12 PM ISTIndia to open two new consulates in UK's Manchester and Belfast During the G20 Summit in Brazil, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of two new Indian Consulates General in Belfast and Manchester. The move aims to strengthen bilateral ties and cater to the growing Indian community in ...
19 Nov, 2024, 08.06 AM ISTUK to relaunch trade talks with India, seeks 'new strategic partnership' The UK and India will resume negotiations for a free trade agreement in 2024. This follows a pause due to elections in both countries. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G20 summit, stated that a ...
19 Nov, 2024, 06.07 AM ISTIndia vital partner of UK, says British Indo-Pacific minister Catherine West The UK wants to work more closely with India. The UK Minister for Indo-Pacific is visiting India. She will meet with Indian officials. They will discuss trade, investment, and the Indo-Pacific region. The UK and India are already working together on...
18 Nov, 2024, 04.53 PM ISTIndia's free trade pacts not paused, all talks progressing as per schedule: Official India is proceeding with its free trade agreement negotiations with various countries and blocs, including the UK and the EU, according to a government official. Despite rumors of pauses, talks are progressing as planned, with a meeting between Indi...
17 Nov, 2024, 05.51 PM ISTImports from UAE up 70 pc in October to USD 7.2 bn: Comm min data India's imports from the UAE surged by 70.37% to USD 7.2 billion in October, resulting in a trade deficit of USD 3.5 billion. This surge in imports, primarily in silver, platinum, and dry dates, has prompted India to raise concerns with the UAE, urg...
15 Nov, 2024, 05.18 PM ISTUK businesses drive growth and sustainability in India, generating over Rs 5,000 bn in revenue: Report UK businesses are making a big impact in India, generating over Rs 5 trillion in revenue and employing over half a million people. The India-UK Free Trade Agreement is expected to further boost this growth, particularly in sectors like renewable ene...
13 Nov, 2024, 01.26 PM ISTNeed to put lot of effort collectively to achieve $2 trln exports: Piyush Goyal India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal set an ambitious goal of reaching $2 trillion in exports by 2030, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to overcome non-tariff barriers. Goyal urged the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade to contribute by ...
11 Nov, 2024, 07.19 PM ISTIndia's decision to opt out of RCEP agreement strategically sound: GTRI India's decision to stay out of the RCEP trade bloc was a smart move, according to think tank GTRI. They argue that joining could have worsened India's already large trade deficit with China. GTRI points out that other RCEP members have seen their t...
08 Nov, 2024, 06.37 PM ISTIndia can say no on trade. Here¡¯s how to get to yes India aims to reform its free trade strategy, targeting deals with the UK and the EU while addressing past issues. Current trade negotiations are criticized for being outdated and overly defensive. A new approach could enhance India's access to stra...
04 Nov, 2024, 08.50 AM ISTUK celebrates Diwali with hope for 'magic moment' to light candle on India FTA The UK aims to finalize the Free Trade Agreement with India, with the new Labour government keen to progress negotiations. Catherine West emphasized the importance of this deal, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted the value of shared value...
31 Oct, 2024, 04.38 PM ISTSo much to learn from India, says UK minister UK Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Liz Kendall, stresses the importance of a closer partnership with India in AI, space science, and a Free Trade Agreement. She highlights the benefits and contributions of the British-Indian community in s...
22 Oct, 2024, 10.14 PM ISTUK's ex-minister reveals why she blocked India-UK FTA deal Kemi Badenoch, former UK business secretary and contender for Conservative Party leader, claims she blocked India-UK FTA due to visa demands. However, ex-ministers and sources dispute her narrative, asserting she sought a deal despite immigration co...
19 Oct, 2024, 02.47 PM ISTTrade deal with India remains 'priority', says UK business minister UK Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds emphasizes the priority of a trade deal with India at the International Investment Summit in London. The UK is negotiating a Free Trade Agreement with India, aiming to enhance the GBP 38-billion annu...
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