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India-UK FTA: Committee of Secretaries meet to iron out tricky parts
As both countries inch closer to signing the agreement, discussions have focused on contentious parts such as intellectual property rights (IPR), rules of origin and bilateral investment treaties (BIT)
India, UK free trade deal unlikely to finalise by month end: Report
India and the United Kingdom (UK) are unlikely to ink the much-anticipated trade deal by the end of October due to unresolved differences over market access issues, especially in services, according to a Financial Times report.
India-UK likely to sign FTA deal by October end: Report
India and the United Kingdom are expected to sign a proposed free-trade agreement deal at the end of October 2023.
British delegation to start next round of India-UK FTA talks on Monday
Indian industry is demanding greater access for its skilled professionals from sectors like IT, and healthcare in UK market.
India-UK Free Trade Agreement to be signed by month-end
The much-awaited India-UK Free Trade Agreement is set to be signed by both countries by month-end here, with all outstanding issues having been resolved.
Joe Biden and Rishi Sunak seek UK/US trade pact before 2024 elections
Leaked US proposals cover thorny issues including agriculture, but not market access.
Canadian cattle groups say ’no’ to UK’s entry into CPTPP
The Canadian meat industry has launched a campaign demanding its government block the UK’s accession to a new trans-Pacific trade deal unless it accepts imports of Canadian hormone-fed beef.
India’s FTA negotiations with UK may hit a roadblock
Indian industries are unwilling to offer import duty concessions to British manufacturers without London allowing easier mobility for Indian professionals, people aware of the matter said.
Rishi Sunak to sign UK-India trade deal without binding worker or environment pledges
Angry firms and trade unions fear being undercut and say they were shut out of Britain’s biggest trade talks.
Britain signs trade accord with Washington state, eyes Florida next
Britain signed a memorandum of understanding on trade with the US state of Washington, and a top official said a similar agreement could be reached soon with Florida.
India-UK FTA talks: ‘Good progress’ on bilateral investment agreement: Official
The talks on the proposed free trade agreement between India and the UK are moving and there is progress on issues such as rules of origin and bilateral investment treaty (BIT).
Fossil fuel companies have a secret weapon. Here’s how Britain can help take it away from them
Eleven countries have already pledged to exit the disastrous international charter treaty. We must join them.
Türkiye to broaden free trade agreement with UK
The scope of the free trade agreement between Türkiye and the UK will be broadened, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said in a joint press conference with his British counterpart James Cleverly.
India-UK FTA talks appear deadlocked
The much-awaited trade and investment pact between India and the UK looked to face further delays, going by the statements of Modi and British prime minister Rishi Sunak after their bilateral meeting.
UK, Singapore partner to boost economic growth, strengthen security
British and Singaporean prime ministers will meet at the G20 Summit in India to work to conclude a bilateral investment treaty.
India, UK officials to start 13th round of FTA talks from Sep 4
Indian Commerce Minister has recently stated that the negotiations between India and the UK for the proposed agreement are progressing and both countries are committed to concluding the talks as early as possible.
India, UK to continue FTA negotiations till August-end
The progress of the negotiations was reviewed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and UK’s Secretary of State for Trade Kemi Badenoch on August 26.
India UK bilateral investment treaty likely to be finalised soon, to differ from 2016 model
As India and the UK inch closer towards finalising a free trade agreement, the contours of the much-debated and contentious bilateral investment treaty are likely to be finalised around the same time as the FTA.
FTA talks: Treaty to figure prominently during UK’s high-level team visit
Issues pertaining to the proposed bilateral investment treaty being negotiated between India and the UK along with a free trade agreement will figure prominently during the visit of a high-level team from Britain to India.
What are the challenges in navigating the India-UK Free Trade Agreement negotiations?
Amiti Sen and Biswajit Dhar discuss the complexities of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement negotiations and the road ahead.