Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has embarked on a two-day official visit to the United Kingdom to push forward negotiations on the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The visit underscores New Delhi’s commitment to deepening trade and investment ties with London, following last month’s announcement of the FTA by the Prime Ministers of both nations.
During his visit, Goyal will meet with key British leaders including Jonathan Reynolds, the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade, to assess the progress of ongoing FTA talks and agree on a clear, time-bound roadmap for finalising the agreement.
He is also scheduled to meet Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves to discuss macroeconomic priorities and ways to enhance bilateral investment flows. In addition, Goyal will hold talks with Lisa Nandy, the UK Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, to explore cooperation in creative and cultural sectors.
The Minister will participate in several sessions at the India Global Forum (IGF), including the Mainstage Plenary, the Future Frontiers Forum, and a roundtable titled “From Agreement to Action: UK-India FTA”. These platforms will bring together global investors, policy makers, and business leaders to explore the transformative potential of the trade agreement.
Business engagement is also high on the agenda, with Goyal expected to interact with industry representatives from key sectors such as fintech, logistics, advanced manufacturing, and maritime.
This visit is seen as a pivotal moment in India-UK relations, as both nations work to translate diplomatic commitments into actionable trade and investment frameworks. The meetings are expected to reinforce mutual trust and pave the way for a robust, future-focused economic partnership built on sustainability and shared growth.
