Archive · 20 Jul 2025
PM Modi to Visit UK, Maldives to Boost Trade, Celebrate Independence
Prime Minister Modi is going on a trip to the UK and the Maldives.
In the UK, he will be signing a new trade deal to make it easier for the UK and India to trade with each other.
This means it will be cheaper and easier to buy things from both countries.
The goal is to double trade by 2030.
Then, he'll go to the Maldives to celebrate its Independence Day and discuss important topics with their leaders, including how the two countries can work together on economics and security.
PM Modi will visit the UK and Maldives from July 23-26.
In the UK, Modi will sign a free trade agreement, aiming to double trade with India by 2030.
The FTA is expected to benefit 99% of Indian exports.
Modi's visit to the Maldives includes participation in the 60th Independence Day celebrations.
Discussions with the Maldives will cover bilateral ties and the 'Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership'.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- What
- Prime Minister Modi is visiting the UK and Maldives to discuss trade and bilateral relations.
- When
- July 23-26
- Where
- The United Kingdom and Maldives
- Why
- To strengthen bilateral ties, sign a trade agreement, and participate in the Maldives' Independence Day celebrations.
India-Maldives Relations
India-Maldives Relations
Bilateral Ties
India-Maldives Relations
India-Maldives relations strained after the new president of Maldives known for pro-China leaning.
India-Maldives Relations
Modi's visit is to reset the bilateral ties.
- UK Visit Dates
- July 23-24
- Maldives Visit Dates
- July 25-26
- UK-India FTA Goal
- Double trade by 2030
- India-UK Trade Deal Benefit
- 99% of Indian exports
- Maldives Independence Day
- 60th Anniversary
