UK Signs Trade Deal with India
UK-India Trade Deal 2025 – £6 Billion Boost and Jobs
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signed the UK-India trade deal 2025. The agreement is forecast to create 2,200 new jobs and deliver a £4.8 billion annual boost to Britain’s GDP.
Deal Details
The deal is the most comprehensive trade agreement India has ever entered. It removes tariffs on 90% of UK exports to India, creating major opportunities in aerospace, manufacturing, clean energy, and financial services.
Tariffs on British whisky will drop immediately from 150% to 75%. Over the next decade, they will fall further to 40%. In addition, exports of cosmetics, medical devices, soft drinks, and lamb will benefit from reduced duties.
Industry and Government Reaction
“British pork is renowned for its quality and high welfare standards, so it’s no surprise to see global demand continuing to grow,” said Daniel Zeichner, Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs. “This is a tremendous win for our pork producers.”
The UK has also recently resumed pork exports to China. Moreover, this agreement supports the government’s Plan for Change, which aims to grow rural economies and secure new trade deals.
Exports Minister Gareth Thomas added:
“This is a £20 million win for British farming and a clear example of how we’re removing trade barriers and delivering fast results for UK producers.”
Market Outlook
The deal will bring £6 billion in new investment, including £5 billion in Airbus and Rolls-Royce contracts to supply aircraft and engines. It also gives UK service firms access to India’s £38 billion procurement market. Furthermore, it streamlines customs for SMEs and includes commitments on insurance and professional qualifications.
Beyond trade, the deal deepens cooperation on defence, education, climate, and technology. It builds on the UK-India Technology Security Initiative launched in 2024.
In summary, the UK-India trade deal 2025 opens one of the world’s fastest-growing consumer markets. It strengthens the UK’s global competitiveness and creates lasting benefits for British exporters.
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