While political analysts and strategic experts have expressed confidence that very little should change on the bilateral relationship front whatever the outcome in either election, the very small window that was open for a deal being clinched by the Sunak-led Tory government has now been swept away in the election wave of both countries.
The UK general election announcement for July 4 by PM Rishi Sunak hampers the prospect of an India-UK free trade agreement. While political analysts expect stability in bilateral relations, the Labour Party, leading pre-election surveys, aims to secure the deal once in office.
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The unexpected announcement of a snap summer poll on July 4 by UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has cast uncertainty over the finalization of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. While both political fronts remain supportive, the ongoing electoral wave has disrupted the timeline for the deal's completion.