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India-UK Trade Deal to Take Effect From July 15; Duty-Free Access, Social Security Relief to Benefit Thousands

India-UK Trade Deal to Take Effect From July 15; Duty-Free Access, Social Security Relief to Benefit Thousands

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India and the United Kingdom have announced that the long-awaited Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will come into force on July 15, 2026, ushering in a new era of bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation between the two countries. Alongside the trade pact, the Social Security Agreement, also known as the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), will also take effect on the same date, offering significant benefits to Indian professionals and businesses operating in the UK. One of the key gains secured by India under the social security arrangement is the extension of the exemption period…
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