New Delhi, July 23 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today embarked on his four-day visit to the United Kingdom and the Maldives, expressing hope that the tour will bolster economic growth and deepen bilateral ties.
“Leaving for UK, a country with which our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has achieved significant momentum in the last few years. I look forward to my talks with PM Keir Starmer and my meeting with His Majesty King Charles III,” Modi said in his departure comments on X.
He said that with the UK, “our collaboration spans a wide range of sectors, including trade, investment, technology, innovation, defence, education, research, sustainability, health, and people-to-people ties.”
Modi is scheduled to hold discussions with his British counterpart, Prime Minister Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer, with a focus on enhancing economic cooperation. “During my meeting with Prime Minister Starmer, we will have the opportunity to further enhance our economic partnership, aimed at fostering prosperity, growth, and job creation in both countries,” Modi stated.
He is also expected to have an audience with His Majesty King Charles III during the visit.
Following the engagements in London, Modi will proceed to Male at the invitation of Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, to participate in events commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Maldives’ Independence.
“Day after tomorrow, 25th July, I will be in the Maldives at the invitation of the President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. I am honoured to be taking part in the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives. This year we also mark 60 years of India-Maldives diplomatic relations. The talks with President Muizzu will certainly add momentum to bilateral ties across diverse sectors,” Modi wrote on X.
He added that he looks forward to his meetings with President Muizzu and other members of the Maldivian leadership to advance the shared vision of a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership. The visit, he said, would also serve to reinforce India’s commitment to peace, prosperity, and stability in the Indian Ocean Region.
“I am confident that the visit will yield tangible outcomes, benefiting our people and advancing our Neighbourhood First Policy,” said the PM.
