Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK PM Boris Johnson spoke over the phone on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Ukraine “The leaders agreed that Ukraine’s integrity and territorial sovereignty must be respected and that Russia must adhere to the United Nations Character” read a statement by Johnson’s office. “Both also agreed that respect for international law was the only way to ensure global peace and prosperity,” it added.
Johnson also said both countries needed to intensify efforts to promote peace and de-escalation in the region.
A statement by the PMO said that Modi reiterated India’s consistent appeal for cessation of hostilities and a return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy. He emphasised India’s belief in respect for international law and the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all states, as the basis of the contemporary world order.
The two leaders also discussed issues of bilateral interests and agreed on the potential of further deepening cooperation in various areas including trade, technology, investments, defence and security, and people-to-people relations.
PM Modi expressed his satisfaction at the positive momentum in the ongoing negotiations on the bilateral Free Trade Agreement. He also appreciated the progress in implementing the ‘India-UK Roadmap 2030’ adopted during the Virtual Summit between both leaders last year.
