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June 22, 2026 11:27 PM

Investors tread rocky road from Starmer exit to next finance minister

Investors and business leaders are again navigating the kind of uncertainty that has dominated British politics since the Brexit vote a decade ago, after Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned on Monday and threw open a leadership contest that will centre on any successor's plans for the economy. Starmer, who has been in the job less than two years after his Labour party won a landslide election victory, said nominations for his replacement would open on July 9. His rival Andy Burnham s...

June 22, 2026 6:28 PM

From sidelines to centre stage, Andy Burnham on course to be UK’s next prime minister

Four years ago Andy Burnham complained he was repeatedly denied a main-stage speaking slot at the Labour Party conference under Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership, saying it was a sign of disrespect for his then position as Greater Manchester mayor. There was some sympathy for one of Labour's most popular politicians, but now, as he seeks to become Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade, Burnham must prove he can occupy that centre stage, win over restless voters an...

June 22, 2026 4:19 PM

Starmer to quit: How Labour will choose Britain’s next Prime Minister

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday he would resign, with a new leader to be in place by the time parliament returns in September, paving the way for Britain to have its seventh leader in 10 years. Here's what happens next: HOW DOES A LEADERSHIP CONTEST WORK? Any candidate wishing to replace Starmer would need to secure the support of 20% of Labour members of parliament. With Labour currently holding 403 seats, that equates to 81 lawmakers, including the challenger. Candidates also mu...

June 17, 2026 10:51 PM

India-UK CETA, Social Security Pact to take effect from July 15; duty-free access for 99% of Indian exports

India and the United Kingdom on Wednesday announced that the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Agreement on Social Security Contributions, also known as the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), will come into force on July 15, 2026, ushering in a new phase of bilateral economic cooperation. According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the development marks a major milestone in India's economic diplomacy and a significant step towards the country's Viksit Bharat 2...

January 30, 2026 10:19 AM

Trump warns Britain on China ties as Starmer hails reset

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Britain against getting into business with Beijing as Prime Minister Keir Starmer lauded the economic benefits of resetting relations with China during a visit there on Friday. As Western leaders reel from Trump's unpredictability, Starmer is the latest to head to China. In three-hour talks with President Xi Jinping on Thursday, the British leader called for a "more sophisticated relationship" with improved market access, lower tariffs and investment ...

October 9, 2025 2:41 PM

PM Modi, Starmer discuss trade, technology, and security during UK PM’s first India visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on his first official visit to India, describing the trip as a reflection of renewed energy and strengthened bilateral partnership. Addressing the media, PM Modi highlighted the progress in India–UK relations under Starmer’s leadership. He recalled the historic Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) concluded during his July visit to the UK, saying the deal would reduce import costs, create employmen...

September 19, 2025 10:18 AM

Starmer, Trump hail renewal of ‘special relationship’, skirt difficult issues

Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed the renewal of their nations' "special relationship" on Thursday, drawing the U.S leader's unprecedented second state visit to a close with a show of unity after avoiding possible pitfalls. At a warm press conference when the two leaders glossed over differences on Gaza and wind power to present a united front, Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin had "let him down" and he was disappointed other countries were still buying Russi...

September 18, 2025 8:59 PM

Starmer, Trump hail renewal of ‘special relationship’, skirt difficult issues

Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed the renewal of their nations' "special relationship" on Thursday, ending the U.S leader's unprecedented second state visit with a show of unity after avoiding several possible pitfalls. At a warm press conference when the two leaders glossed over differences on Gaza and wind power to present a united front, Trump reserved his toughest language for Russian President Vladimir Putin who he said had "let him down" in his efforts to end wha...

August 14, 2025 1:03 PM

Ukraine’s Zelenskiy to meet UK PM in London ahead of Trump-Putin summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is due in London to meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday, to take stock ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's key talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. Zelenskiy, who was in Germany on Wednesday, has been working with European leaders to press Trump not to allow Putin to carve up Ukraine's territory at the Alaska summit. He is due to meet Starmer at 9.30 a.m. local time (0830 GMT) at the British premier's offic...

July 23, 2025 3:12 PM

Focus on trade, investment during PM Modi’s UK visit: High Commissioner Doraiswami

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the United Kingdom will prioritise trade, investment, and the advancement of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, said on Tuesday. Speaking to IANS, Doraiswami underlined that preparations are in full swing to reinforce the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. “Our entire team is working in London to prepare for the visit,” he said. “We will be discussing ...