India and the UK have signed a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) hailed as historic by both Prime Ministers Modi and Starmer. The deal will reduce tariffs on key products like Scotch whisky, cars, and textiles, and is expected to boost bilateral trade by over $34 billion annually. It also opens new visa routes, grants Indian companies access to the UK’s public procurement market, and includes provisions for mutual recognition of professional qualifications. While the agreement is seen as a major step in India's shift toward economic openness, concerns remain over access to affordable medicines, potential impacts on local industries, and unresolved issues like carbon taxes. Overall, the FTA is viewed as a significant diplomatic and economic milestone, signaling deeper strategic ties and new opportunities for both countries.
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