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India-UK FTA Ratification and WTO MC-14: Strategic Trade Realignments
This report covers developments in trade policy, export incentives, and FTAs from March 23, 2026, to March 30, 2026. Brought to you by policyindex.ai, this intelligence highlights the finalization of the India-UK FTA ratification and India’s defensive posture at the 14th WTO Ministerial Conference.
Key Statistics
| ₹ 11.70 Lakh Crore | ₹ 21.5 / Litre | 32.02% |
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| SEZ Exports (Apr-Dec 2025) | Export Levy on Diesel | YoY Growth in SEZ Exports |
Weekly Executive Summary
- India-UK FTA Finalized: Both India and the United Kingdom have completed all internal approvals and parliamentary ratification processes for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), paving the way for immediate entry into force.
- WTO MC-14 Offensive: At the 14th Ministerial Conference in Yaoundé, India maintained a firm stance against the permanent moratorium on customs duties for electronic transmissions, prioritizing domestic policy space and revenue protection.
- SEZ Fiscal Pivot: Following the Union Budget 2026-27, the government operationalized a "one-time measure" allowing SEZ…
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