New Delhi: In a significant diplomatic conversation today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a telephone discussion with the Right Honourable Rishi Sunak, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
During this exchange, Prime Minister Modi extended his congratulations to Prime Minister Sunak on the successful completion of one year in office.
The leaders jointly reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to fortify the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the United Kingdom. This commitment spans various domains, including trade, investment, emerging technology, defense, security, health, and more. They expressed satisfaction with the ongoing progress toward an early conclusion of a mutually advantageous Free Trade Agreement.
Furthermore, the two leaders engaged in a comprehensive dialogue on the unfolding events in the West Asia region, particularly the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Both leaders voiced profound concerns about terrorism, the deteriorating security situation, and the unfortunate loss of civilian lives. They concurred on the imperative need for regional peace, security, stability, and sustained humanitarian support.
Concluding the conversation on a warm note, both leaders agreed to maintain regular communication and exchanged greetings on the festive occasion of Deepavali.