Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Modi's UK Visit: FTA, Khalistani Extremism on Agenda
Imagine India and the UK are best friends who want to do more business together.
The Prime Minister of India, Mr. Modi, is visiting the UK to make this happen.
They're working on a special deal called a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that will make it easier for them to trade things like cars and whisky.
This visit is to finalize the deal and also to discuss the ongoing concerns India has related to the Khalistani extremists living in the UK.
They will also talk about important stuff like protecting their countries and catching people who have broken the law.
After the UK, Mr. Modi will visit the Maldives to continue strengthening India's ties in the region.
PM Modi is visiting the UK from July 23-24 to boost bilateral ties.
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a key focus, aiming to double trade by 2030.
Discussions will cover trade, defense, climate, and education, with meetings including Keir Starmer and King Charles III.
India will address concerns about Khalistani extremists in the UK.
The visit also includes discussions on extraditing fugitives and strengthening defense and security ties.
- Who
- PM Modi and UK leaders, including Keir Starmer and King Charles III
- What
- PM Modi is visiting the UK to boost bilateral ties, including the India-UK FTA and discussions on various topics.
- When
- July 23-24
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Why
- To strengthen ties, finalize the FTA, and discuss regional and global issues.
Indian Government
UK Government
Khalistani Extremism
Indian Government
Concern over Khalistani extremists impacting social cohesion and order in the UK.
UK Government
UK to address these concerns.
- FTA Goal
- Double bilateral trade by 2030
- Trade Value (2024)
- USD 55 billion
- FTA Negotiation Length
- Three years
- PM's Meetings
- Keir Starmer, King Charles III
- Diaspora Population
- 2.7% of UK total
- Agendas
- Trade, Defense, Climate Action