1.#Monday 21, July 2025, 19:00.3984/ 2. ##News Updates: Departure Statement by PM on the eve of the visits to the United Kingdom and the Maldives: 23 Jul 2025-Print News. //3.###PM’s remarks during Joint Press Statement with PM of United Kingdom: 24 Jul, 2025Print News. ///4. ####PM’s remarks during meeting with UK PM Keir Starmer: 24 Jul, 2025Print News. ////

Departure Statement by PM on the eve of the visits to the United Kingdom and the Maldives

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1.#Thursday 24, July 2025, 19:00.3985/ 

2. ##News Updates: Departure Statement by PM on the eve of the visits to the United Kingdom and the Maldives: 23 Jul 2025-Print News. //

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I am embarking on a visit to the UK and the Maldives from 23 to 26 July.

India and UK share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership that has witnessed significant progress in recent years. Our collaboration spans a wide range of sectors, including trade, investment, technology, innovation, defence, education, research, sustainability, health and people-to-people ties. During my meeting with Prime Minister Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer, we will have the opportunity to further enhance our economic partnership, aimed at fostering prosperity, growth and jobs creation in both countries. I also look forward to calling on His Majesty King Charles III during the visit.

I will thereafter travel to the Maldives at the invitation of the President H.E. Dr. Mohamed Muizzu to join the celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the Independence of Maldives. This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries. I look forward to my meetings with President Muizzu and other political leadership, to advance our joint vision of a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership, and to strengthen our cooperation for peace, prosperity and stability in the Indian Ocean Region.

I am confident that the visit will yield tangible outcomes, benefit our people and advance our Neighbourhood First Policy.

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3.###PM’s remarks during Joint Press Statement with PM of United Kingdom: 24 Jul, 2025Print News. ///

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VIDEO: Prime Minister Narendra Modi & UK PM Starmer give Joint Press Statements

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PM’s remarks during Joint Press Statement with PM of United Kingdom:

Prime Minister Starmer,

Friends,

Namaskar!

First of all, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Starmer for his warm welcome and gracious hospitality. Today marks a historic milestone in our bilateral relations. I am pleased that, after years of dedicated efforts, the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between our two countries has been concluded today.

This agreement is more than just an economic partnership; it is also a blueprint for shared prosperity. On the one hand, it paves the way for enhanced market access in the UK for Indian textiles, footwear, gems and jewellery, seafood, and engineering goods. It will also unlock new opportunities for India’s agricultural produce and processed food industry. Above all, this agreement will be especially beneficial for India’s youth, farmers, fishermen, and the MSME sector.

On the other hand, UK-made products such as medical devices and aerospace components will become more accessible and affordable for Indian consumers and industries.

Alongside the trade agreement, a consensus has also been reached on the Double Contribution Convention. This will inject new momentum into the service sectors of both countries, particularly in technology and finance. It will enhance the ease of doing business, reduce operational costs, and boost confidence of doing business. Additionally, the UK economy will benefit from access to skilled Indian talent.

These agreements will boost bilateral investment and generate new employment opportunities in both countries. Moreover, these agreements between two vibrant democracies and major global economies, will also contribute to strengthening global stability and shared prosperity.

Friends,

To infuse new momentum and energy into our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership over the next decade, Vision 2035 is being launched. This will serve as a roadmap for a strong, trusted, and ambitious partnership in the areas of technology, defence, climate, education, and people-to-people connectivity.

A Defence Industrial Roadmap has been developed to deepen our collaboration in defence and security. We will also work to further strengthen our Technology Security Initiative.

It is our commitment that, from AI to Critical Minerals, Semiconductors to Cyber Security, we shall create the future together.

Friends,

In the field of education as well, both our countries are writing a new chapter together. Six universities from the UK are opening campuses in India. Just last week, the University of Southampton inaugurated its campus in Gurugram, India.

Friends,

We thank Prime Minister Starmer and his government for their strong condemnation of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. We are united in our view that there can be no place for double standards in the fight against terrorism. We also agree that forces with extremist ideologies must not be allowed to misuse democratic freedoms.

Those who misuse democratic freedoms to undermine democracy itself must be held to account.

On the matter of extradition of economic offenders as well, our agencies will continue to work together in close coordination and cooperation.

Friends,

We have continued to share our perspectives on peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the situation in West Asia. We support early restoration of peace and stability. Respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries is essential. Today’s era demands development, not expansionism.

Friends,

Last month, in the tragic accident that took place in Ahmedabad, several of those who lost their lives were our brothers and sisters from the UK. We extend our heartfelt condolences to their families.

The people of Indian origin living in the UK serve as a living bridge in our relationship. They did not just bring curry from India, but also creativity, commitment, and character. Their contribution is not limited to the UK’s thriving economy — it is equally visible in the country’s culture, sports, and public service.

Friends,

I would be remiss not to mention cricket when India and the UK are coming together, especially during a Test series. For both of us cricket is not just a game but a passion. And also, a great metaphor for our partnership. There may be a swing and a miss at times. But we always play with a straight bat. We are committed to building a high scoring solid partnership.

The agreements concluded today, along with our Vision 2035, are milestones that carry forward this very spirit.

Prime Minister,

I thank you once again for your warm hospitality. I would also like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation to you to visit India. I am eagerly looking forward to hosting you in India soon.

Thank you very much.

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4.####PM’s remarks during meeting with UK PM Keir Starmer: 24 Jul, 2025Print News. ////

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PM’s remarks during meeting with UK PM Keir Starmer:

Excellency,

मैं हृदय से आपका बहुत-बहुत आभारी हूँ इस स्वागत के लिए, भव्य सम्मान के लिए और चेकर्स में आज एक नया इतिहास रचने हम जा रहे हैं। और भारत और UK मिलकर के एक नए इतिहास की नींव डाल रहे हैं।

Excellency,

इस एक वर्ष में हमें तीसरी बार मिलने का मौका मिला है। ये अपने आप में, मैं इसे बहुत महत्वपूर्ण मानता हूं। और UK और भारत, हम एक प्रकार से नेचुरल पार्टनर हैं। आज हमारे संबंधों का एक ऐतिहासिक दिन है। आज हम दोनों देश मिलकर के पारस्परिक लाभकारी FTA और Double Contribution Convention इसको संपन्न करने जा रहे हैं। ये अपने आप में भारत और UK, भावी पीढ़ी के लिए एक बहुत मजबूत रास्ता तैयार कर रहा है। व्यापार और उद्योग के क्षेत्र में ये एक नया अध्याय जुड़ रहा है। हमारे किसान, हमारे MSMEs, हमारे युवा, मैं समझता हूं उनके लिए अनेक नए अवसर पैदा होंगे। इतना ही नहीं, 21वीं सदी, ये Technology Driven सदी है। ऐसे में भारत और UK के युवा, उसमें भी स्किल्ड युवा, ये मिलकर के एक नए विश्व के निर्माण में बहुत बड़ा योगदान देंगे। 21वीं सदी की टेक्नोलॉजी नित्य-नूतन इनोवेशन की अपेक्षा करती है। जब UK और भारत के स्किल्ड युवा, उनका दिमाग, उनका हुनर जुड़ जाता है, तो विश्व के लिए एक बहुत बड़ी विकास की गारंटी प्रोवाइड करता है। इससे रोजगार बढ़ेगा, एक प्रकार से स्किल्ड मोबिलिटी को बल मिलेगा। और मैं समझता हूं कि ‘Vision 2035’ उसको हमारी जो एक Comprehensive Strategic Partnership है, उसको नई गति मिलेगी, नई ऊर्जा मिलेगी।

Excellency,

मैं फिर एक बार आपका हृदय से बहुत-बहुत आभार व्यक्त करता हूं। इस शानदार शुरुआत में भारत और UK की एक भागीदारी को मजबूती देने में आपकी बहुत बड़ी भूमिका है। मैं आपका बहुत अभिनंदन करता हूं।

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JAI HIND
JAI BHARATHAM
VANTE MATARAM
BHARAT MATHA KI JAI.

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