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Sunday, Jul 05, 2026

David Lammy’s Strategic Visit to India

Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited New Delhi to meet Indian leaders and strengthen UK-India relations. The trip focused on negotiating a new free trade deal and resetting Britain's ties with the developing world. It showcased the significance of India as a crucial partner for the UK.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy recently visited New Delhi, meeting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.

The trip aimed to strengthen UK-India relations, with a focus on negotiating a new free trade deal.

However, the journey also sought to reset Britain’s ties with the developing world, address shared technological and security interests, and navigate geopolitical challenges.

His visit underscored the importance Britain places on India, the world's future third-largest economy.
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