India-UK CETA Explained: What the Historic Trade Deal Means for Indian Businesses

What does the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) really mean for Indian businesses, exporters and professionals? In this episode of The Fine Print, FICCI Secretary General Anant Swarup speaks with Nidhi Mani Tripathi, Minister (Economic), High Commission of India, London, and India’s Chief Negotiator for the India-UK FTA, to unpack one of India’s most significant trade agreements with a developed economy. In this episode: ✅ What is India-UK CETA?✅ How will 99% zero-duty access benefit Indian exporters?✅ Which sectors stand to gain the most?✅ What remains protected under the agreement?✅ How will the Double Contribution Convention (DCC) help Indian professionals?✅ Opportunities for MSMEs, manufacturers and service providers✅ Digital trade, innovation, government procurement and mobility provisions✅ What businesses should do before leveraging the agreement Whether you’re an exporter, entrepreneur, policymaker, student or simply interested in India’s global economic partnerships, this episode breaks down the agreement in a simple, practical and insightful way. Speakers:* Anant Swarup – Secretary General, FICCI* Nidhi Mani Tripathi – Minister (Economic), High Commission of India, London & Chief Negotiator, India-UK FTA If you found this episode useful, don’t forget to Like, Share and Subscribe to FICCI for more conversations on business, policy and economic transformation.