Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the India–United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the India–UK Agreement on Social Security, which came into force today, mark a significant milestone in the bilateral partnership.
Sharing a social media post by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, the Prime Minister said the CETA would provide fresh momentum to India’s farmers, entrepreneurs and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), while enabling several key sectors to gain stronger access to the UK market.
Mr. Modi said the agreement would also deepen cooperation in technology, professional services and innovation, besides supporting greater mobility for skilled Indian professionals.
Highlighting the benefits of the Social Security Agreement, the Prime Minister said it would provide valuable support to Indian professionals working temporarily in the UK and enhance the competitiveness of Indian enterprises.
He added that the two agreements reflect the growing trust between India and the UK and reaffirm the commitment of both democracies to build a forward-looking partnership driven by trade, technology, investment and innovation. He said both countries would continue to work together for shared prosperity.
