| | | Dear John, Welcome to our May 2025 newsletter! As global trade dynamics evolve, India continues to boost investor confidence through structural reforms, expanding trade partnerships, and a robust manufacturing ecosystem. In this edition, we bring you key bilateral and regulatory developments to help shape your business plans in India for the year ahead. The signing of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement marks a historic milestone in bilateral relations. With a shared vision to achieve $100 billion by 2030, the deal aims to enhance economic cooperation, improve market access, and facilitate workforce mobility between the two countries.
Let's look at the key highlights: 99% of Indian exports will now benefit from zero-duty access to the UK market, boosting export competitiveness.Tariffs on 90% of import lines will be reduced, with 85% becoming fully duty-free over the next 10 years, offering notable savings for Indian businesses.UK exporters will gain improved market access, through lower tariffs on whisky, medical devices, and advanced machinery.Significant tariff reduction for UK exporters on automobiles, from over 100% to 10%.
To leverage these FTA benefits and align your business strategy,our tailored advisory support can be found here. For businesses looking to import into India, obtaining the necessary BIS certification is a mandatory compliance requirement. Join our BIS experts on May 28 for an exclusive webinar covering certification scope and procedural timelines to ensure a seamless India market entry. Click here to register. In case you missed it, our Q2 publication 'The Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India' is available for download. This edition offers strategic tax guidance for companies looking to establish or expand operations in India’s dynamic, investor-friendly regulatory environment. Lastly, I am pleased to share the key trade and economic updates from our publishing subsidiary India Briefing:
India’s Passport Rules 2025: Key Changes You Need to Know100 Days of Trump 2.0: India’s Tariff Navigations So FarIndia’s FTA Network: Updates 2025
Should you have any queries about investing or doing business in India, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me or our team.
Yours sincerely, Ankur Munjal |
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| | | | | | The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, aims to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries. | | |
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| | | Webinar | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 2:30 PM India / 4:00 PM Vietnam / 5:00 PM China India’s rapidly expanding consumer market presents major opportunities for global manufacturers, importers, and retailers. However, tapping into this potential requires compliance with India’s complex regulatory framework, particularly the mandatory product certification regime governed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Join Naina Bhardwaj, Manager – International Business Advisory, and Neeraj Khatri, Manager – Business Advisory Services on May 28 for an exclusive webinar on navigating India’s BIS certification landscape. The session will provide manufacturers with practical insights on applicability, procedural requirements, and strategic considerations for achieving successful market entry in India. Our experts will cover the Introduction and Overview of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Step-by-Step Guide to BIS CertificationBIS Certification for Foreign Manufacturers & Role of Authorised India Representative Recent Regulatory Updates & Case Study | | |
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| | | Webinar | Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | 2:30 PM India / 4:00 PM Vietnam / 5:00 PM China On April 23, Naina Bhardwaj, Manager – International Business Advisory provided valuable insights into navigating India’s GCC landscape, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing your investment strategy.
Naina covered the following topics during her Why India? The New GCC Powerhouse Budget 2025: Catalyzing GCC Growth in India Choosing the Right Location for GCCs in India Business Structures and Compliance Considerations Setting up and Scaling a High-Performance GCC in India | | |
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| | | | | In 2025, India continues to emerge as a preferred global business hub, with its corporate tax landscape becoming more structured and investor-friendly. This edition of India Briefing Magazine aims to assist businesses in navigating from foundational tax regulations to advanced compliance methodologies and opportunities for optimizing tax efficiency. | | |
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| | | | | With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainable development, India and Singapore are leveraging their respective strengths to create new investment opportunities and expand regional trade.
This edition of India Briefing Magazine hopes to serve as a strategic guide for investors and business leaders looking to capitalize on emerging cross-border opportunities in the green economy as well as semiconductors, fintech, infrastructure, and logistics sectors. | | |
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