London [UK], July 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday stated that the India-UK Vision 2035, announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will redefine and strengthen the bilateral partnership between the two nations.
Jaishankar emphasized that the Vision 2035 strategy injects fresh ambition into the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and aims to make the relationship “future-ready.”
In a post on X, he wrote, “The India-UK Vision 2035 announced today by PM Narendra Modi & PM Keir Starmer will redefine the partnership and make our ties future ready. It infuses fresh ambition to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership encompassing all sectors. The vision will guide our relations to be stronger, deeper and more beneficial for both our peoples.”
Earlier in the day, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the launch of the Vision 2035 strategy will build upon the existing partnership between India and the UK.
“The step-up in the relationship we discussed in the autumn of last year, and that’s why alongside this trade deal, I am delighted that we are building on our partnership by launching India-UK Vision 2035 strategy, pledging to work more closely on areas such as defence, migration, climate, education and health,” Starmer said.
He also committed to continuing the work on the Technology Security Initiative, which marks its one-year anniversary, and expanding collaboration in technology and innovation.
“We will also build on the fantastic work we already do in technology and innovation, celebrating the one-year anniversary of the landmark Technology Security Initiative—making the most of the opportunities it represents for both of our countries,” he said.
Jaishankar also lauded the signing of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), calling it a “momentous development” that will enhance the strategic partnership and contribute to global trade stability.
In another post on X, he stated, “The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed today is a momentous development. CETA will deepen our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and impart a new energy to our exchanges. It will also help stabilise global trade at a time of volatility. Truly a watershed in our ties.” (ANI)
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