UK-India Relations 2024-07-30
2024-07-30
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Q1
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The question arises from discussions with Indian counterparts to strengthen UK-India ties.
What recent discussions has the government had with India to strengthen UK-India relations, including the launch of a tech and security initiative?
The Trade Secretary announced intentions to continue trade talks with India, aiming to reduce barriers between our two countries.
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Specific agreement on the signing of the technology and security initiative's significance
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The question stems from discussions with Indian counterparts and a constituency meeting with the growing Indian population in Livingston.
Following meetings with constituents, the MP asks if progress on UK-India trade talks is being made to benefit both countries over the next four or five years.
The Trade Secretary announced intentions to continue trade talks with India, aiming to reduce barriers between our two countries.
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Specific agreement on the signing of the technology and security initiative's significance
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Q3
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The question is based on the progress of a free trade agreement between UK and India, which was previously stalled due to elections in both countries.
After visits to India, does the Foreign Secretary have updates on discussions to remove sticking points preventing a free trade deal?
The hon. Gentleman has great experience, but the previous Government set a timetable without achieving progress; negotiations continue now with new priorities.
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Details of specific sticking points and discussion outcomes
Disagreement
Referencing Past Failures
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Q4
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The question relates to the inclusion of human rights in a UK-India trade deal and the case of Jagtar Singh Johal.
Will the Foreign Secretary confirm that he secured an agreement on human rights during his India visit? Will he call for the release of Jagtar Singh Johal, who is arbitrarily detained?
The case of Jagtar Singh Johal is serious; the Minister raised concerns with Indian counterparts about allegations of torture, fair trial rights. Meeting the family over coming weeks is planned.
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Details on securing human rights in trade deal agreement
Commitment To Raising Concerns
Future Plans
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