British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s maiden official visit to India in October marks a pivotal moment in New Delhi–London relations. The visit comes at a time when global trade politics are in flux, with US President Donald Trump’s tariff push unsettling economies worldwide. For India and the UK, the meeting offers a chance to build on recent breakthroughs, particularly the landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed in July, and to open new areas of cooperation. From trade and technology to tackling the long-pending issue of economic fugitives, the agenda is expected to be wide-ranging. Starmer’s presence in India signals that both nations are ready to deepen ties across economic, security and people-to-people domains.

Trade and FTA: Building on momentum

The India–UK Comprehensive Econo

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