Negotiations were put on hold last year as both countries held general elections. For British PM Keir Starmer, a deal with India is part of his plan to revive the UK economy.
Brexit weakened UK’s role in transatlantic diplomacy, while past conflicts & Trump’s trade tariffs add friction as Starmer & Trump navigate diplomatic tensions.
The figure of the Pakistani immigrant sexual groomer is real—but also serves as a pretext for failing to address toxic youth masculinity and deep vulnerabilities of young women.
India also announced the establishment of 2 new consulates, in Belfast and Manchester, as the Indian PM met British premier Keir Starmer on margins of G20 summit in Brazil.
The two leaders will discuss Gaza's humanitarian crisis. Britain and France advocate the need to continue supporting Ukraine against Russia to protect European continent as a whole.
The BCCI decision has given new life to the lunatic fringe of the Hindu Right. It now has the confidence to force policy changes in accordance with its communal campaigns.
The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.
If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
India must get the best possible deal out of this. Because UK is under tremendous pressure due to President Trump’s threat of tariffs. As such, India must squeeze UK to get the best possible terms of trade.
If I were the prime minister of India, I will implement 100% free trade on all products with all countries. I will crash market to bring down the prices and make consumers the kings and queens. Imagine motor fuel for ₹10/ litre. Iphones for ₹30000, fruit and vegetables for ₹30.
India must get the best possible deal out of this. Because UK is under tremendous pressure due to President Trump’s threat of tariffs. As such, India must squeeze UK to get the best possible terms of trade.
If I were the prime minister of India, I will implement 100% free trade on all products with all countries. I will crash market to bring down the prices and make consumers the kings and queens. Imagine motor fuel for ₹10/ litre. Iphones for ₹30000, fruit and vegetables for ₹30.