Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his congratulations to Keir Starmer, the newly elected Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, following the Labour party’s resounding victory in the recent UK elections. In a tweet, Modi expressed his best wishes to Starmer and his eagerness to collaborate constructively to further bolster the comprehensive strategic partnership between India and the UK. This partnership, according to Modi, aims to foster mutual growth and prosperity across all areas.
The Labour party’s election manifesto has signaled a shift in its approach towards India, committing to a “new strategic partnership” that includes a free trade agreement. This commitment was echoed by Starmer in his victory address, where he vowed to ‘restore Britain to the service of working people.’ As a human rights barrister turned politician, Starmer’s victory marks a new era for the UK, and his emphasis on serving the working class suggests a potential for strengthened ties with India, a nation with a strong focus on economic development and social upliftment.
