Modi Congratulates Starmer on Labour's Landslide Victory, Looks Forward to Strengthened India-UK Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Labour Party leader Keir Starmer on his party's win in the UK general elections. Modi expressed his enthusiasm for collaborating with Starmer to strengthen the India-UK strategic partnership. He also praised outgoing PM Rishi Sunak for his leadership and contributions.


PTI | New Delhi | Updated: 05-07-2024 15:13 IST | Created: 05-07-2024 15:13 IST
Modi Congratulates Starmer on Labour's Landslide Victory, Looks Forward to Strengthened India-UK Ties
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his congratulations to Labour Party leader Keir Starmer following his party's sweeping victory in the UK general elections. Modi expressed optimism for a positive and constructive collaboration to further enhance the comprehensive strategic partnership between India and the United Kingdom.

In his address, Modi also commended the services of outgoing British Prime Minister and Conservative Party leader Rishi Sunak, acknowledging his commendable leadership and active efforts in fortifying the ties between India and the UK during his tenure. 'Best wishes to you and your family for the future,' Modi added.

Keir Starmer is poised to assume the role of Britain's next prime minister, as Labour's overwhelming success in the parliamentary elections delivered a substantial defeat to Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party. Congratulating Starmer, Modi stated, 'Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Keir Starmer on the remarkable victory in the UK general elections. I look forward to our positive and constructive collaboration to further strengthen the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in all areas, fostering mutual growth and prosperity.'

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