India’s Free Trade Agreement with the UK is a transformative leap, removing tariffs on 99% of Indian exports. It enhances India’s competitiveness in textiles, leather, marine products, and services.
The FTA includes a landmark social security waiver for Indian professionals and mutual recognition of qualifications. It promotes deeper cooperation in research, innovation, and joint manufacturing.
India’s approach balances openness with sectoral protections (dairy, phones, medical devices) and includes chapters on labour rights, environmental safeguards, and gender equity—marking a new era of value-driven trade.