Forging Future Ties: India-UK Vision 2035 Unveiled

In a significant diplomatic development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have endorsed the 'India-UK Vision 2035', setting a strategic framework for the bilateral relationship over the next decade. The vision document outlines a structured program focusing on critical sectors such as economy, technology, defense, climate action, and education.

The leaders, in a joint press conference, highlighted the importance of the historic India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement signed on Thursday. This landmark accord is expected to boost trade and investment by reducing tariffs in key sectors, further enhancing economic cooperation between the two nations.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized that both countries would benefit from increased collaboration in defense industries, technology, and innovation. The partnership is set to be underpinned by continued high-level political engagement, ensuring mutual growth and strategic alignment in the coming years.

(With inputs from agencies.)