Sir Philip Barton, Vinay Kwatra review progress made on India-UK 2030 Roadmap
Friday, 17 May 2024 Foreign secretary Vinay Kwatra met with UK's Permanent Under Secretary Sir Philip Barton for the annual UK-India Strategic Dialogue, discussing progress on the UK-India 2030 Roadmap. They reviewed advancements since January 2023, focusing on collaborations like the malaria vaccine, G20 Presidency, and migration opportunities. The dialogue emphasised negotiating a free trade agreement and enhancing defense cooperation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first visit to the U.S. after Donald Trump’s reelection was marked by warm exchanges and viral moments. As Modi arrived at the White House, Trump greeted him at the West Wing lobby with a warm hug, saying, *“We missed you, we missed you a lot.”* In a widely shared clip, Trump was seen pulling out a chair for Modi, reflecting their personal rapport.
This high-profile visit, attended by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, NSA Ajit Doval, and Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra, underscored the strengthening India-U.S. ties. Modi expressed delight at Trump’s second term and reiterated confidence in deepening strategic cooperation. Notably, Jaishankar had attended Trump’s inauguration as Modi’s special envoy.
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Friday, 17 May 2024
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