Modi and Burnham discuss India-UK ties
Analysis based on 30 articles · First reported Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The call signals continuity and strengthening of India-UK economic ties, potentially boosting bilateral trade and investment under the new CETA. Markets may view positively the commitment to deepen cooperation in technology, defence, and clean energy, though no immediate market-moving announcements were made.
On July 31, 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his first phone call with newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham. The leaders congratulated Burnham on assuming office and agreed to deepen the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across sectors including technology, innovation, defence, security, clean energy, education, and people-to-people ties. They also discussed maximizing the benefits of the recently operationalised India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which entered into force in July 2026. Burnham outlined his ambitions under the UK-India Vision 2035 framework and reaffirmed commitment to the UK-India Technology Security Initiative, with both leaders noting potential collaboration on AI. They exchanged views on West Asia and agreed to work towards de-escalation and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The call marked the first interaction between the two leaders since Burnham became the 59th Prime Minister of the UK, succeeding Keir Starmer.
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