Archive · 29 May 2025
U.K.-India FTA Unlocks New Markets for Scottish Salmon and Whisky
The UK and India have made a deal to make trade easier.
This means Scottish salmon can now be sold in India without big taxes, and whisky will be cheaper to send there too.
The deal is expected to help businesses in Scotland by making it easier to sell their products in India.
Some people think this is great for jobs and the economy, while others are concerned about how it will affect Indian businesses.
The UK hopes this trade deal will help Scotland grow and create more jobs.
Businesses are excited about new opportunities.
The U.K.-India FTA has unlocked the Indian market for Scottish salmon, with tariffs dropping to 0%.
The deal, finalized in early May, is expected to be formally signed in the coming weeks.
Whisky tariffs for exports to India will be significantly reduced over the next decade.
The FTA is expected to add GBP 25.5 billion annually to current two-way trade.
The agreement also includes benefits for soft drinks and food exports from Scotland.
- Who
- U.K. and India
- What
- Free Trade Agreement
- When
- Finalized in early May, expected to be signed in coming weeks
- Where
- India and U.K.
- Why
- To strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation.
- Salmon Tariff Reduction
- 0%
- Agreement Date
- May 6
- Expected Annual Trade Increase
- GBP 25.5 billion
- Whisky Tariff Reduction (Over Decade)
- 150% to 40%
- Countries Involved
- India and U.K.