New Delhi: India and the UK have agreed to strengthen their collaboration across a range of strategic areas. The discussions took place during the 17th India-UK Foreign Office Consultations and the inaugural Strategic Exports and Technology Cooperation Dialogue. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs highlighted the focus on enhancing ties in trade, investment, defence, counter-terrorism, technology, innovation, green energy, climate, health, and education. The talks were led by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and UK Permanent Under-Secretary Oliver Robbins.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the Strategic Exports and Technology Cooperation Dialogue marked a significant step in addressing export controls to enable greater technology cooperation in strategic sectors. The meeting offered a platform for reviewing and discussing the complete spectrum of bilateral relations. The statement noted that both countries welcomed the finalization of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Double Contribution Convention.
The Indian officials expressed their appreciation for the UK's support and solidarity in combating terrorism. During the talks, both parties also shared perspectives on regional and global issues, focusing on developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the Indo-Pacific region, and the Middle East.