New Delhi, July 29 -- Welcoming the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Harsh Pati Singhania, Chairman and Managing Director of JK Paper, has said it is a big step forward for businesses and strengthens economic ties between the two countries.

He said the deal will boost business growth, enhance confidence among Indian companies, and bring relief to Indian professionals working in the UK by addressing issues related to the social service tax.

"UK products will get access in our Indian markets and our Indian products will get access in the UK Markets. This will help our businesses grow and increase our confidence. Another significant thing is that the people who go to work in the UK for 2-3 years will not suffer anymore because of the s...