Addressing global business leaders at the ‘UK-India Week 2026: Capital Frontiers’ conference organized by the India Global Forum in London, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal shared key insights into India’s trade strategy and future economic partnerships.
Goyal stated that the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) would be one of India’s most comprehensive trade agreements to date. He noted that the agreement holds the potential to give a new direction to trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the two nations.
During the conference, he also discussed trans-Atlantic trade relations and provided a significant update on the proposed India-US trade agreement. Goyal mentioned that negotiations between the two countries are progressing positively and that the deal is “very close” to finalization.
He urged global companies to capitalize on investment opportunities in India, highlighting the country’s rapid emergence as a robust global manufacturing and innovation hub.
Amidst India’s growing economic strength and new trade agreements, the government aims to expand the reach of Indian companies in global markets and attract foreign investment.
