Overview

• The India–UK Free Trade Agreement was formalised at Chequers on July 24 by UK Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.
• The deal is projected to increase bilateral trade by $34 billion annually, offering tariff elimination on 99% of Indian exports and broader market access for British goods.
• During his audience at Sandringham Estate, Modi presented King Charles III with a Davidia involucrata ‘Sonoma’ sapling under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative, to be planted this autumn.
• The leaders discussed collaboration on sustainability initiatives, including Ayurveda, Yoga and Mission LIFE to promote environmental and wellness projects across both nations.
• Both governments have signaled discussion of a potential state visit by King Charles to India, underscoring a long-term commitment to Commonwealth ties.