Scotch Whisky, Wimbledon Towels, and More: What Becomes Cheaper Under the India-UK Trade Deal

Will the India-U.K. trade deal be different from India's past FTAs?

The India-U.K. Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is being seen as a more balanced free trade deal than many of India’s earlier agreements. The pact offers zero-duty access to most Indian exports and could strengthen India’s position in global supply chains. But will Indian businesses, especially MSMEs, be able to take advantage of these opportunities? What challenges remain in meeting U.K. standards and compliance requirements? A…

Scotch Whisky, Wimbledon Towels, and More: What Becomes Cheaper Under the India-UK Trade Deal

The India–UK trade deal is officially in force, ushering in lower tariffs, cheaper goods, and greater trade opportunities between the two nations. The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), formally known as the Agreement on Social Security, came into effect on 15 July 2026, marking a significant milestone in UK–India economic ties. While the deal was signed on 24 July 2025, it only became…

UK-India Trade Requires Resilient Freight Network

The UK and India reached the culmination of long negotiations as the new free trade agreement between the world’s 5th and 6th largest economies comes into effect. The agreement will deliver major benefits to exporters in both countries, estimated at an eventual £25bn boost in bilateral trade, by reducing or removing tariffs on almost all goods exports, writes Rashid Abdulla, DP World CEO & MD, Europe (pictured below). “Some businesses will see s…