India-UK trade relations
Modi and Starmer Champion Free Trade Cooperation Amid Rising Global Protectionism
Oct 10, 2025 02:58 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer strengthen bilateral trade relations through a landmark agreement expected to increase two-way trade by 39% over 15 years, demonstrating their commitment to free trade principles despite rising global protectionism and US tariff challenges. The visit secured £1.3 billion in Indian investments for the UK while deepening cooperation across technology, education, defense, and critical minerals sectors.
Scotch Whisky Industry Set to Flourish as UK PM Starmer Makes Official India Visit to Implement Landmark Trade Deal
Oct 08, 2025 12:36 pm CST
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's two-day visit to India focuses on implementing the recently signed India-UK Free Trade Agreement, with the Scotch whisky industry positioned as a major beneficiary. The trade deal is expected to boost whisky exports to India by £1 billion annually, create over 1,000 UK jobs, and contribute £190 million yearly to the Scottish economy once the CETA agreement is fully ratified by British Parliament in 2025.