New Delhi, June 27 -- Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday announced the deployment of 1,000 advisory personnel across India and the upgrade of the government's trade portal to help businesses maximise benefits under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).

Speaking at the 10th Annual UK-India Week in London, Goyal urged Indian businesses to adopt international quality standards and position themselves as early movers as the agreement takes effect.

Goyal said, "The India-UK CETA will enhance market access, improve the competitiveness of Indian enterprises, facilitate greater mobility for professionals and create new opportunities across goods, services and investment."

The minister welcomed...