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India Trade Negotiations: Update

28 June 2022

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

At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement updates on the fourth round of UK-India Free Trade Agreement negotiations which concluded on June 24, 2022.

Action Requested

No specific action is requested; the Government will keep Parliament updated as negotiations progress and will ensure any deal benefits British people and economy.

Key Facts

  • The fourth round of UK-India FTA negotiations began on June 13 and concluded on June 24, 2022.
  • Negotiations were conducted in a hybrid fashion with some negotiators physically present and others attending virtually.
  • Technical discussions covered 20 policy areas across 71 sessions.
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