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Joint outcome statement: UK-India round thirteen of FTA negotiations

Round thirteen of negotiations for a free trade agreement between the United Kingdom and the Republic of India

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Published: 18 December 2023

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The thirteenth round of negotiations for the UK-India Free Trade Agreement took place from the 18 September to 15 December. 

The round included sessions both in person, in London and Delhi, and virtual talks. As with round 12, these negotiations focused on complex issues including goods, services, and investment.  

The UK and India will continue to negotiate towards a comprehensive and ambitious Free Trade Agreement. The fourteenth round of negotiations will take place in January 2024.

Published 18 December 2023