Our recent webinar discussed how the India–UK Free Trade Agreement is poised to reshape bilateral ties—not just through trade, but also in investment, manufacturing and services.

The event was supported by BDO India (Knowledge Partner), Export Promotion Council for EOUs and SEZs (EPCES), WTC London and WTC Gibraltar.

With 200+ attendees from diverse sectors, the discussion brought together key insights from industry leaders:

Deepthi Alexander (Associate Partner – Indirect Tax, BDO India LLP) outlined core features like professional mobility, digital trade, IP protection, and a focus on SMEs & social commitments, with sector-specific insights on automotive, food, spirits and government procurement.

Arbinder Singh Chatwal (Audit Partner & Head -  India Advisory Services, BDO UK LLP) emphasized that trade is just the beginning—this FTA paves the way for collaborations in defence, services, R&D, and luxury markets like cosmetics.

Divya Bajaj (Vice President, London & Partners) shared how L&P supports Indian tech businesses expanding to London.

Ed Allison-Wright (Director, Fairhomes Group of Companies) encouraged leveraging the World Trade Centers Association network to deepen India–UK business ties.

K. K. Pillai (Chairman, Regional Governing Council, EPCES, CSEZ (Karnataka & Kerala) delivered the opening remarks, setting the tone for an enriching dialogue.

To view the PPT presented during the session, click the link below.

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