On December 3, 2024, the second India-UK 2+2 Foreign and Defence Dialogue was held in New Delhi. After the first discussion on October 16, 2023, this meeting focuses on the growing strategic alliance between India and the UK.
In order to strengthen the promises established at earlier high-level meetings, the talks sought to improve collaboration in a number of areas, including commerce, technology, and defense.
Senior officials from the Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Defence co-chaired the Indian delegation, while the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and the Ministry of Defence were represented on the UK mission.
Numerous topics were discussed in the conversation, including:
putting a focus on cooperative defense technology and combined military drills. looking into ways to strengthen economic ties. talking about collaborations in cutting-edge technologies. tackling terrorist initiatives and Indo-Pacific security issues.
Both countries reaffirmed their dedication to tackling global issues, including as disaster relief and humanitarian aid, as well as marine security programs.
With a common goal of regional stability and collaboration, this conversation highlights the continuous attempts to strengthen India-UK bilateral ties.
