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'Fastest we've ever put a trade deal into force': British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron hails India-UK trade deal
British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron announced that the India-UK free trade agreement will enter into force on July 15, 2026, less than a year after signing. The deal, dubbed the fastest ever put into force by the two nations, will provide duty-free access to 99% of Indian exports and reduce tariffs on British Scotch whisky from 150% to 40%. It aims to double bilateral trade to $100-$120 billion by 2030.
Trade Flexport: New Tariff Wave Could Replace Expiring Trade Duties by Late July
According to FreightWaves, Flexport executives warned that a new round of tariffs, including proposed Section 301 forced-labor duties, could replace expiring Section 122 tariffs by July 24. The comments came during Flexport's 'Tariff Trends 2026' webinar, where customs director Marcus Eeman outlined potential tariff changes, USMCA challenges, and legal battles ahead.