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UK and India Forge New Tech Security Partnership

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy's visit aims to reset bilateral ties and accelerate free trade agreement negotiations.

Overview

  • The new technology security initiative focuses on AI, critical minerals, semiconductors, and telecoms.
  • David Lammy's visit marks the first high-level engagement since the Labour government took office.
  • Both sides aim to double bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030 through the proposed free trade agreement.
  • The visit underscores the importance of the 'living bridge' of 1.7 million people of Indian heritage in the UK.
  • Climate action and economic security are key themes in the renewed UK-India partnership.