PM Modi, Keir Starmer discuss maritime security, India-UK military training cooperation
From global geopolitical issues to the India-UK trade deal, PM Modi and UK PM Keir Starmer discussed a range of issues and agreed to strengthen maritime security in the Indo-Pacific and boost partnership on other issues, including military training cooperation. read on:
(photo Credit : PM Modi and Keir Starmer in Mumbai (PTI photo) ,
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United Kingdom PM Keir Starmer signed several agreements on Thursday, October 9, during Starmer’s visit to India. Both countries decided to strengthen relations between natural partners. (PTI photo)
2 , 4India-UK Print: PM Modi said that the comprehensive economic and trade agreement between the two countries will reduce import costs, and he also described the business delegation accompanying PM Starmer as a ‘symbol of new vigor’ in the India-UK partnership. “New employment opportunities will be created for the youth, trade will grow and this will benefit our industries and consumers,” he said. (PTI photo)
3 , 4Indo-Pacific Partnership: India and Britain also discussed peace and stability in West Asia and the Russia-Ukraine conflict as well as Indo-Pacific security. PM Modi said, “In the Indo-Pacific region, we are committed to enhancing maritime security.” He said India and Britain are “natural partners”. (PTI photo)
(photo Credit : UK PM Keir Starmer at a meeting with PM Modi (PTI Image) ,
4 , 4UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated the benefits of India-UK CETA, saying it has led to reduced tariffs, and increased access to each other’s markets, thereby boosting growth and creating jobs. Starmer said, “It is important that we are meeting in Mumbai, the economic and financial capital of India, because India’s growth story is remarkable… That is why I have brought a record 126 British businesses with me to India this week.” (PTI photo)
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