Britain and India signed a free trade agreement on Thursday (July 24) during a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sealing a deal to cut tariffs on goods from textiles to whisky and cars and allow more market access for businesses.

July 24 (UPI) -- Britain and India agreed to a free trade agreement between their two nations Thursday.

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have sealed a major trade agreement that will reduce tariffs on products like Scotch whisky and Indian spices. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The U.S. and China have reached an agreement — again — to deescalate trade tensions. China is making it easier for U.S. companies crucial magnets and rare earths materials.

India and the Maldives are in discussions to negotiate a free trade agreement and an investment treaty, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri told reporters on Tuesday.

India's new trade agreement with the UK marks a significant shift in its government procurement policy, allowing British firms extensive access to contracts. Seen as a move away from domestic industrial focus,

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in London on Wednesday evening ahead of meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

President Trump’s 15 percent tariff on cars from Japan has angered U.S. automakers, which make cars in Canada and Mexico subject to 25 percent tariffs.