Sunak: No deadline for UK-India trade deal despite 'good progress'

Rishi Sunak said he won't rush into a UK-India trade deal and won't set a deadline for negotiations to conclude. Progress has been made but more work is needed.
The UK is keen to secure greater access to India's market for British cars, dairy, drinks and financial services firms. India wants more visas and work rights.
There are tensions over visa issues. The UK has ruled out issuing more student visas to get a deal.
India is not asking for more migrants but wants more flexibility for professionals to work temporarily in the UK.
Former PM Boris Johnson set a Diwali 2022 deadline for a deal which was missed. Sunak said he won't rush it until the terms are right.

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