PM Modi and King Charles III of UK Hold First Talks, Discusses Subjects of Mutual Interest

GG News Bureau

New Delhi, 4th Jan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on telephone on Tuesday with King Charles III of the United Kingdom.

As this was the Prime Minister’s first conversation with King Charles III after he assumed the Office of the Sovereign of the UK, the Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes to the King for a very successful reign.

A number of subjects of mutual interest were discussed during the call, including Climate Action, conservation of biodiversity, innovative solutions for financing energy-transition, etc.

Prime Minister Modi expressed his appreciation for King Charles III’s abiding interest and advocacy on these issues.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi briefed King Charles III on India’s priorities for its G20 Presidency, including propagation of digital public goods.

He also explained the relevance of Mission LiFE – Lifestyle for Environment, through which India seeks to promote environmentally sustainable lifestyles.

The leaders exchanged views on the Commonwealth of Nations and how to further strengthen its functioning.

They also appreciated the role of the Indian community in the UK in acting as a “living bridge” between both countries and enriching bilateral relations.