Piyush Goyal visits UK to boost economic ties, fast-track India–UK FTA implementation

Piyush Goyal visits UK to boost economic ties, fast-track India–UK FTA implementation

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal is on a two-day official visit to the United Kingdom from June 18 to 19, aimed at strengthening India–UK economic relations and expediting the implementation of the bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

The visit follows the announcement of the successful conclusion of the India–UK FTA by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on May 6.

“Goyal’s visit aims to accelerate bilateral engagements, harness emerging opportunities, and lay a robust foundation for a forward-looking, resilient, and mutually beneficial economic relationship,” the Commerce Ministry said in a statement.

During the visit, Goyal will hold key meetings with UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds to review ongoing FTA negotiations and outline a time-bound roadmap for its conclusion. He will also meet UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves to discuss financial cooperation and investment promotion.

Additionally, the Minister will engage with UK Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lisa Nandy to explore partnerships in creative and innovation-driven sectors.

Goyal is scheduled to participate in several high-level sessions at the India Global Forum (IGF), including a roundtable titled ‘From Agreement to Action: UK–India FTA’, which will bring together global business leaders and investors to discuss the strategic direction of bilateral trade ties.

As part of his business outreach, Goyal will interact with top CEOs and industry leaders from key sectors such as fintech, logistics, shipping, and advanced manufacturing to promote cross-border investment and collaboration.

The visit reinforces India’s strategic focus on transforming its trade relationship with the UK into a robust, inclusive, and sustainable economic partnership.