The Union Minister of Railways, Industry and Commerce, & Food and Consumer Affairs Piyush Goyal hopes that the early harvest proposition of India, within the framework of a larger Free Trade Agreement, which we are working towards, will be accepted by the UK.
Goyal said while addressing CII's Session on Post-Brexit UK and India, along with TrussLiz, Secretary of State for International Trade for the UK on Thursday.
Goyal states that the early harvest proposition will help us grab the low hanging fruits, so that both sides can enjoy the taste of the wonderful fruits.
“We are looking at possibilities of trade in goods & services and investments being a part of our enhanced trade partnership. We are looking at an option to see if it can be converted into an early harvest agreement”, he added.
Goyal informs that several rounds of talks have been held between recently between the two countries, both of which are at the cusp of transition.
Further, Goyal added that India wishes to become a confident economy, engage the world with confidence, and as a trusted partner. He said that India-UK relations will truly expand in a mutually beneficial manner.
Both sides have agreed to work together in many sectors like education, health, environment, easier movement of people, large investment flows. This all makes great promise for both sides, Goyal said.
Goyal also expressed his excitement over India hosting UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson as chief guest on the 71st Republic Day Celebrations, next year. He said that this will be a turning point in our historical relationship.
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