India-UK Free Trade Agreement Set to Launch on July 15, 2026
The India-UK free trade agreement, known as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), is scheduled to take effect on July 15, 2026. This significant development marks a pivotal moment in India's global economic strategy. Alongside this trade pact, the Agreement on Social Security, referred to as the Double Contribution Convention, will also be implemented on the same date. This announcement by the commerce ministry highlights the strengthening ties between India and the UK in the realm of trade and social security.
| Jun 17, 2026, 22:57 IST
India-UK Trade Pact Announcement
New Delhi: The commerce ministry has announced that the India-UK free trade agreement will officially take effect on July 15, 2026.
This Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was signed on July 24 of the previous year.
In a significant move for India's international economic relations, the ministry confirmed that the CETA will commence on July 15, 2026.
Additionally, the Agreement on Social Security, known as the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), will also be implemented on the same date.