India, UK Sign CETA to Boost Trade, Jobs and Professional Mobility
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India, UK Sign CETA to Boost Trade, Jobs and Professional Mobility

India and the UK have signed a landmark Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), providing zero-duty access to 99 per cent of Indian exports, including textiles, leather, marine products, gems and jewellery, and toys.

The pact includes ambitious services commitments across IT, finance, consulting, and education, offering expanded access for Indian professionals. CETA also introduces streamlined visa pathways for contractual workers, business visitors, and independent professionals such as chefs and yoga instructors.

A key highlight is the Double Contribution Convention, exempting Indian workers and employers from UK social security payments for up to three years. The agreement aims to double bilateral trade, currently valued at USD 56 billion, by 2030.

Designed to empower MSMEs, women-led enterprises, and artisans, CETA is expected to strengthen India’s global competitiveness, enhance job creation, and deepen economic ties between both nations.

India and the UK have signed a landmark Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), providing zero-duty access to 99 per cent of Indian exports, including textiles, leather, marine products, gems and jewellery, and toys. The pact includes ambitious services commitments across IT, finance, consulting, and education, offering expanded access for Indian professionals. CETA also introduces streamlined visa pathways for contractual workers, business visitors, and independent professionals such as chefs and yoga instructors. A key highlight is the Double Contribution Convention, exempting Indian workers and employers from UK social security payments for up to three years. The agreement aims to double bilateral trade, currently valued at USD 56 billion, by 2030. Designed to empower MSMEs, women-led enterprises, and artisans, CETA is expected to strengthen India’s global competitiveness, enhance job creation, and deepen economic ties between both nations.

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