External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his official visit to the United Kingdom. The two leaders discussed advancing bilateral economic cooperation and enhancing people-to-people exchanges, further strengthening India-UK relations.
Key Discussions Between EAM Jaishankar and PM Keir Starmer
During the meeting at 10 Downing Street, Jaishankar conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s greetings to the UK PM. The discussions focused on:
- Bilateral economic cooperation between India and the UK.
- Enhancing people-to-people exchanges to foster stronger cultural and trade relations.
- UK stance on the Ukraine conflict, as PM Starmer shared his perspective on the ongoing geopolitical situation.
Jaishankar took to X (formerly Twitter) to share details of his meeting, stating:
“Delighted to call on Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer at @10DowningStreet today. Conveyed the warm greetings of PM @narendramodi. Discussed taking forward our bilateral, economic cooperation and enhancing people-to-people exchanges. PM Starmer also shared the UK’s perspective on the Ukraine conflict.”
EAM Jaishankar Meetings with UK Foreign Secretary and Other Officials
Apart from meeting the UK Prime Minister, Jaishankar held talks with Foreign Secretary David Lammy at Chevening House. He expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and highlighted the significance of their discussions.
“Thank you FS @DavidLammy for this extremely warm welcome at the Chevening House. Look forward to our discussions,” he wrote on X.
Jaishankar also met with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, discussing:
- Flow of talent and mobility of professionals between India and the UK.
- Collaborative efforts to combat human trafficking and extremism.
In his meeting with Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, the discussions revolved around the progress of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which both nations are keen to finalize soon.
Jaishankar Visit to Ireland for Strengthening Diplomatic Ties
Following his UK visit, EAM Jaishankar will travel to Ireland on March 6 and 7, where he is scheduled to meet:
- Irish Foreign Minister Simon Harris.
- Other dignitaries and members of the Indian community in Ireland.
India and Ireland share strong bilateral relations, and Jaishankar’s visit aims to further deepen economic and diplomatic ties.
Significance of Jaishankar UK Visit
EAM Jaishankar’s visit to the UK and Ireland is a crucial step in strengthening India’s global partnerships. The discussions on trade, talent mobility, and global security underline the commitment of both nations to work together for mutual growth and stability.
With the India-UK Free Trade Agreement in progress, this visit is expected to provide fresh momentum to diplomatic and economic collaborations between the two countries.
