The newly released ‘UK Trade Strategy’ and ‘Global Trade Outlook 2025’ from the UK’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) underscore India’s rising economic influence and highlight the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a cornerstone of future trade relations.
According to the report, India is on track to become the third-largest economy in the world by 2028. With its fast-growing markets and expanding middle class, India offers unmatched trade potential — especially as global economies look toward resilience and diversification.
The UK government emphasises that the FTA signed with India earlier this year gives British businesses a “major competitive advantage” in accessing one of the world’s most dynamic and opportunity-rich economies.
“Asia is expected to benefit from standout growth from India and a new generation of fast-growing emerging markets,” the outlook notes, signalling a shift in global trade focus toward the East.
The report also outlines how Free Trade Agreements, such as the one with India, are becoming vital instruments in advancing the UK’s economic growth objectives, especially post-Brexit.
With strong diplomatic ties, a shared democratic framework, and aligned economic ambitions, the India-UK trade relationship is poised to be a model for strategic global collaboration in the years to come.
