PM Modi-Rishi Sunak commit to strengthen bilateral ties, discuss trade-defence-West Asia situation

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the Rt. Hon. Rishi Sunak, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

PM Modi congratulated PM Sunak on the successful completion of one year of his tenure in office.

The leaders reiterated their commitment to continue to strengthen bilateral Comprehensive Startegic partnership, including in the areas trade, investment, emerging technology, defence, security, health and others. They welcomed the progress being made for an early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement.

The two leaders exchanged views on the developments in the West Asia region and the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Both leaders expressed deep concern at terrorism, worsening security situation and the loss of civilian lives. They agreed on the need for regional peace, security, stability and continued humanitarian assistance.

Both leaders agreed to remain in touch and exchanged greetings for the festive ocassion of Deepavali.

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