The chief negotiators of India and the UK are gearing up for the next round of talks on the proposed free trade agreement. Discussions are expected to address issues such as automobiles, medical devices, and the movement of professionals. The United Kingdom negotiating team is likely to visit India for the 14th round of negotiations to expedite the talks.

While virtual sessions are ongoing, both sides are planning for a comprehensive round of talks where all chapters will be discussed simultaneously. Key issues that require resolution include rules of origin, intellectual property rights (IPRs), social security agreements, duty concessions on electric vehicles, scotch whiskey, lamb meat, chocolates, and certain confectionary items, as well as liberalization of norms in the services sector, including banking and insurance.