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Trade Update

31 January 2022

Proposing MP
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for International Trade

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses the progress of virtual talks between the UK and India for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that began in January 2022.

Action Requested

Officials from both countries have completed over 90 hours of discussions across 32 sessions covering various policy areas. The second round of negotiations is scheduled to commence on 7 March 2022, with the aim of reaching a balanced and mutually beneficial trade agreement.

Key Facts

  • Negotiations between UK and India for an FTA started virtually from 17-28 January 2022.
  • Over 90 hours of virtual discussions were conducted across 32 sessions covering 26 policy areas.
  • The second round of negotiations is scheduled to begin on 7 March 2022.
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