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Beyond tariffs, toward transformation: The India-UK free trade milestone

The Daily Guardian

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August 07, 2025

In the vast continuum of international economic relations, there are moments that define not merely the trajectory of trade but the temperament of diplomacy.

- DR. MONICA B SOOD

The recent India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is one such moment—more than a ceremonial accord; it is a substantive leap forward in how sovereign nations craft mutual prosperity in a multipolar world.

This agreement arrives at a pivotal juncture. India, today, stands on the cusp of monumental economic transformation. Under the governance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country has shifted from being a passive recipient of global investment to a proactive architect of global partnerships. The Make in India, Digital India, and Start-up India missions have not only reshaped domestic enterprise but have also positioned India as a formidable player in emerging and advanced sectors alike.

Against this backdrop, the India-UK FTA is not a mere act of liberalization—it is a strategic handshake between two democracies with shared histories and evolving ambitions. For India, it signals enhanced market access, regulatory easing, and the creation of a framework where goods, services, capital, and—most crucially—ideas can move freely.

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