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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

India Trade Negotiations Update

24 March 2022 · Department for International Trade

Proposed by Anne-Marie Trevelyan Con Berwick-upon-Tweed

Business & Trade

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • UK-India Free Trade Agreement negotiations have completed their second round from March 7 to 17, 2022.
  • The government aims to continue focusing on treaty architecture and market access commitments.
  • The third round of negotiations is scheduled for April 2022.

Issue summary

UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations are ongoing, with the second round completed from March 7 to 17.

Action requested

No specific action is requested; the statement updates on the progress of UK-India FTA negotiations and outlines the planned third round in April 2022. The government will continue to focus on treaty architecture and market access commitments, ensuring any agreement benefits the British economy and people.

Key facts

  • Second round of UK-India FTA negotiations began on 7 March and concluded on 17 March.
  • A delegation of 44 Indian officials attended technical talks in London.
  • Negotiations were conducted in a hybrid fashion with some delegates attending virtually.
  • Talks focused on draft treaty text across 26 policy areas over 60 separate sessions.
  • The third round of official level negotiations is due to take place in April 2022.
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