Keir Starmer's India visit: Scotch whisky delegation aims for £1 billion sales target

Mumbai: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in India on Thursday for a visit marked by high expectations following the landmark India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed in July. The visit aims to deepen economic ties and capitalise on new business opportunities opened up by the trade deal.

Starmer is accompanied by members and producers of the Scotch Whisky Association, who are seeking to tap into the growing Indian market for premium spirits. The delegation plans to explore first-hand the immense potential for Scotland’s globally renowned whisky industry in India.