PM Modi, Burnham discuss trade pact in 1st call
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held their first official call to discuss the India-UK trade agreement and regional security. The leaders emphasized their commitment to the India-UK Vision 2035 framework and cooperation regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters
This meeting signals the continuation of strategic economic and geopolitical ties between India and the UK under new leadership.
NEW DELHI: Congratulating UK PM Andy Burnham on assuming office, PM Narendra Modi said the two leaders will collaborate closely to fully harness the trade and investment opportunities presented by the recently operationalised India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), for the "shared prosperity and well-being of both our people".Burnham officially took office as UK PM on…
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