UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a major push to strengthen economic and fintech ties with India, inviting Indian companies to expand and operate in the United Kingdom. Speaking at the Global Fintech Fest 2025, Starmer emphasized that the UK is ready to “roll out the red carpet” for Indian businesses creating jobs and driving growth, while also encouraging British firms to expand in India.
“I am here to extend an invitation to all of you to do business with Britain, to see the UK as your gateway to going global,” Starmer said. “We want leading Indian firms to flourish in the UK, taking their business global. And British firms selling into India are growing and thriving here too.”
Highlighting the UK’s strengths, Starmer noted that it hosts the only trillion-dollar tech sector outside the US and China, supported by advanced digital infrastructure, AI innovation, and data-sharing frameworks. The UK government is introducing fast-track authorizations, simplified compliance processes, and new visa routes to attract global talent.
To further encourage investment, the UK is setting up a new Office for Investment and Financial Services and a dedicated concierge service for international firms.
Starmer cited several success stories of UK fintechs expanding in India, including Revolut, Wise, Tide, HSBC, and Standard Chartered, all of which are scaling operations across the country. Meanwhile, Indian fintech majors such as Razorpay, Perfios, Cred, and Paytm are exploring the UK market, with Paytm planning direct investments there.
He also hailed the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), signed in July, as a “huge win” for both economies, predicting it will add billions to GDP and strengthen bilateral cooperation.
“The UK and India are natural partners,” Starmer concluded. “We are world leaders in fintech, and our partnership will shape the future of global financial innovation.”
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