British Chambers of Commerce Director General, Shevaun Haviland CBE, joined Prime Minister Keir Starmer and over 100 business leaders on the UK Government’s trade mission to Mumbai, India last week. This visit comes in the wake of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement, agreed earlier this year, which opens the door to significant new business opportunities between the two nations.
India, the world’s 4th largest economy, has doubled in size since 2015, presenting enormous potential for UK businesses to expand into new markets. During the mission, Shevaun has been sharing her insights on where these opportunities lie and how UK businesses can leverage them.
Key Highlights from the Mission:
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Shevaun spoke to Sky News about the UK’s upcoming Budget, emphasising a clear message to the Government: “There can be no more taxes on business.”
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Shevaun met with Melissa Chambers, CEO and Founder of Sitehop, to explore innovation in cybersecurity and discuss collaboration opportunities that the trade mission is uncovering.
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Ahead of returning home, Shevaun gave a final interview to Viory News, underscoring why exporting benefits businesses in both the UK and India.
The mission showcases how UK expertise and global innovation are coming together to strengthen international trade and investment -priorities that resonate across the Chamber network.
If you need help opening doors overseas, reach out to our International Trade and Economic Development Manager, Dr Ilona Karpanos via internationaltrade@cambscci.co.uk or call 01223 237414.