India Scotland Business Forum - Save the date!

The Scottish Government’s Department for International Trade and Investment (DITI), in partnership with the Indian Consulate General, the UK India Business Council (UKIBC), and the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, is bringing together trade and business experts from the UK and India to discuss the benefits of the new trade and investment opportunities emerging from the forthcoming ratification of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with India.

This event will be perfect for Scottish businesses keen to understand the benefits of the UK0-India CETA deal and the opportunities that trade with India presents. The UK India Business Council will be presenting their latest research on Indian opportunities that is specially tailored to Scottish business strengths.

We will also hear from business experts who can provide practical insights, market intelligence, and direct connections with organisations and businesses engaged in India.

Info: Key note addresses from Scottish Government ministers and the Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat.

Info: Hear from Indian Minister Counsellor Tripathi, UK Deputy Chief negotiator Lyle Wilton (tbc), Richard Rollison, Director of Trade & Investment, and Richard Heald, Chairman of the UK India Business Council on the key benefits of the CETA deal.

Info: Hear the latest research from the UKIBC about where Scottish business strengths meet Indian demand.

Info: Amit Jain, EMIA desk leader for international and transaction tax, Ernst & Young (tbc) provides an overview of how to prepare to enter the market in India.

Info: An indepth discussion with legal and consulting experts on the key considerations you should be making before entering the market.

Info: Hear the first hand experiences of the lessons learned from a panel of Scottish and Indian companies who are already engaged in the market.

Info: Charandeep Singh, CEO of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce reflects on his recent visit to India and outlines preparations for a SCC trade mission to India during the autumn o 2026.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Corinthian Club, 191 Ingram Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

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