EAM S. Jaishankar’s official visit to the UK involved talks with Prime Minister Keir Starmer on economic cooperation and the Ukraine conflict. Meetings with Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper focused on various collaborative efforts. Jaishankar will continue his engagements in Ireland to further strengthen bilateral relations.
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar arrived in London for an official visit, where he engaged in discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Their talks focused on enhancing bilateral economic cooperation and fostering people-to-people exchanges between India and the United Kingdom. Jaishankar expressed his enthusiasm about the meeting on X (formerly Twitter), noting that he conveyed warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed the ongoing Ukraine conflict with PM Starmer.
In addition to his discussion with PM Starmer, EAM Jaishankar met with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy and other senior officials. He shared his appreciation for the warm reception he received at Chevening House, expressing eagerness towards their forthcoming discussions on various topics, including trade.
Earlier in his visit, Jaishankar also met with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, where they conversed about talent exchange and collaborative efforts aimed at combatting trafficking and extremism. He highlighted the importance of these discussions on his X account, showcasing India’s commitment to tackling crucial issues in partnership with the UK.
Furthermore, EAM Jaishankar met with Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, where they reviewed the status of free trade agreement negotiations between India and the UK. The EAM took to X to convey his satisfaction with the progress made in these vital discussions.
The Ministry of External Affairs has confirmed that EAM Jaishankar’s official visit to the UK and Ireland extends until March 9. His itinerary includes a meeting with Irish Foreign Minister Simon Harris, alongside engagements with other dignitaries and the Indian community in Ireland, aimed at strengthening the bilateral ties based on mutual democratic values and growing economic partnerships.
EAM S. Jaishankar’s official visit to London underscores the importance of India-UK relations, with significant discussions aimed at enhancing economic cooperation and addressing pressing global issues such as the Ukraine conflict. His meetings with various officials reflect a robust diplomatic effort to renew and strengthen ties between the two nations. The upcoming visit to Ireland further emphasizes India’s commitment to fostering friendly relations with its neighbors.
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