Readout of the PM's call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

“The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, this afternoon.

“The leaders welcomed the thriving partnership between the UK and India and discussed recent progress on Free Trade Agreement negotiations.

“They agreed on the importance of securing a historic and comprehensive deal that benefits both countries. The Prime Minister reiterated the importance of reaching an ambitious outcome on goods and services.

“They agreed to remain in close contact and looked forward to further progress on trade talks.”