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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 ...

July 20, 2025 6:06 PM

PM Modi to visit UK and Maldives from July 23–26: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-nation tour to the United Kingdom and the Maldives from July 23 to 26, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Sunday. At the invitation of UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, PM Modi will undertake an official visit to the United Kingdom from July 23 to 24. This marks his fourth visit to the UK. During his stay, the Prime Minister will engage in wide-ranging discussions with Starmer, covering the full spectrum of India-UK bilateral relati...

May 7, 2025 12:17 AM

PM Modi and Starmer announce successful conclusion of India-UK Free Trade Agreement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday announced the successful conclusion of the India–UK Free Trade Agreement, along with the Double Contribution Convention. The two leaders hailed the agreements as historic milestones in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Emphasizing the potential for fostering innovation, job creation, and sustainable growth, they agreed that the FTA would significantly boost trade and investment flows bet...

March 10, 2025 5:01 PM

Jaishankar’s UK visit: Trade, security and diplomacy take center stage

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar concluded his official visit to the United Kingdom from March 4-9, at the invitation of UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy. During this period, he also visited Ireland from March 6-7, reinforcing India’s growing international engagements. The foreign minister held a series of high-level meetings with key UK leaders, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, Foreign Secretary David Lammy, among others. He engaged wit...

December 3, 2024 11:28 AM

UK PM Keith Starmer says peace talks could be crucial to ending Ukraine war

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday stepping up support for Ukraine was essential to put the country in the strongest position for peace talks as he conceded in the clearest terms there could be a negotiated end to the war. Starmer stressed the importance of continued Western support to Ukraine and warned a Russian victory in Ukraine would threaten Europe's security, stability and prosperity, particularly because it could embolden Russia's allies. "We must continue to back Ukrai...