In developments reported on June 2, 2026, Tuesday’s reporting placed the item within ongoing policy and market developments. Indian officials said on June 1–2, 2026 they may roll back or rebalance UK tariff concessions on Scotch whisky if Britain proceeds with tighter steel safeguards.
Related briefings added that under the India–UK CETA, India agreed to cut whisky and gin duties from 150% to 75% at entry into force and to 40% over 10 years. The UK plans from July 1, 2026 to reduce tariff-free steel quotas about 60% and charge a 50% tariff above quota.
Subsequent updates explained that india also flagged the UK’s carbon border adjustment mechanism starting in 2027 as a concern. Commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal and minister Piyush Goyal were involved in talks to resolve implementation hurdles.
Agencies indicated more information would be released on scheduled dates.
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