Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke with Rt. Hon. Keir Starmer, the newly elected Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, today.
Prime Minister Modi congratulated Starmer on his assumption of office and the Labour Party’s significant electoral victory.
The leaders recalled the historic ties between India and the UK and reaffirmed their commitment to further enhancing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. They agreed to work towards the early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two nations.
Both leaders appreciated the positive contributions of the Indian community to the UK’s social, economic, and political development and agreed to continue promoting close people-to-people ties.
Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to Prime Minister Starmer for an early visit to India.
The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.
