LONDON: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke on telephone with H.E. Mr. Boris Johnson, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

LONDON: The
two leaders reviewed the progress in bilateral relations since their virtual
summit earlier this year, and expressed satisfaction at the steps already
initiated under the Roadmap 2030 adopted during the virtual summit. They also
reviewed the progress of the Enhanced Trade Partnership and agreed on the
potential of rapidly expanding trade and investment linkages between both
countries.

The leaders had extensive discussion on issues related to Climate Change, in
the context of the forthcoming UNFCCC COP-26 meeting in Glasgow in early
November 2021. Prime Minister conveyed India’s commitment to Climate Action, as
seen in its ambitious target for expansion of renewable energy and the recently
announced National Hydrogen Mission.

The leaders also exchanged views on regional developments, especially the
situation in Afghanistan. In this context, they agreed on the need to develop a
common international perspective on issues regarding extremism and terrorism,
as well as Human Rights and rights of women and minorities.