Free Trade Agreement India 2025-01-30
2025-01-30
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The previous Government had more than 15 rounds of trade talks with India before the general election, in both India and the UK. There is a specific concern about access to the services market in India which has previously been denied to UK firms.
I thank my constituency neighbour for that update. The previous Government had more than 15 rounds of trade talks with India before the general election, in both India and the UK. Will the Government ensure that we in the UK gain access to the services market in India, which has previously been denied to UK firms? That is the key issue in our negotiations.
We are determined to do everything we can to secure a trade deal with India. However, I am not providing a running commentary on our priorities for those trade talks with India as they represent a significant prize for the UK if we can reach an agreement.
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Did not specify whether access to the services market would be prioritized or guaranteed in negotiations.
Not Providing A Running Commentary On Priorities
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A constituent, Jagtar Singh Johal, is arbitrarily detained in India. There are concerns about the progress being made on this case.
Although it is appreciated that a new trade deal with India could support jobs and prosperity in the UK and thus drive growth, will the Minister ensure that the talks include discussion of an agreement to the immediate release of my constituent Jagtar Singh Johal from arbitrary detention in India before any trade deal is concluded?
We remain committed to encouraging the Government of India to make faster progress on resolving this case. My right hon. and learned Friend the Prime Minister raised this case with Prime Minister Modi on 18 November, and we have made clear the need for faster progress towards a resolution.
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Did not specify whether the talks would include discussion of an agreement for Jagtar Singh Johal's release.
Not Specifying Inclusion In Talks
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