The visit of United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer to India in October 2025 has marked a significant milestone in the India–UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The visit, which coincided with the Global Fintech Fest 2025 in Mumbai, saw both nations reinforcing their commitment to technology-led growth, innovation, climate cooperation, and education exchange.
List of Outcomes
Technology and Innovation
- 1. Establishment of the India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre.
- 2. Establishment of the India-UK Joint Centre for AI.
- 3. Launch of Phase II of the UK-India Critical Minerals Supply Chain Observatory and establishment of a new satellite campus at IIT-ISM Dhanbad.
- 4. Establishment of the Critical Minerals Industry Guild to secure resilient supply chains and promote green technologies.
Education
- 5. Handing over the Letter of Intent for opening of the Campus of Lancaster University in Bengaluru.
- 6. In-principle approval for opening of Campus of University of Surrey in GIFT City.
Trade and Investment
- 7. Inaugural meeting of the reconstituted India-UK CEO Forum.
- 8. Resetting the India-UK Joint Economic Trade Committee (JETCO) which will support implementation of the CETA and drive economic growth and job creation in both countries.
- 9. A new joint investment in the Climate Technology Startup Fund, a strategic initiative under the MoU between the Government of the UK and the State Bank of India for supporting innovative entrepreneurs in sectors such as climate technology and AI.
Climate, Health and Research
- 10. Launch of Phase-III of Bio-Medical Research Career Program.
- 11. Establishment of the Offshore Wind Taskforce.
- 12. Letter of Intent (LoI) between ICMR and NIHR, United Kingdom on Health Research.
A Partnership for a Smarter, Sustainable Future
- The outcomes of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s 2025 visit reflect the deepening synergy between India and the United Kingdom—a partnership built on trust, technology, and shared democratic values.
- From establishing joint AI and innovation centers to advancing climate technology and higher education, the visit has paved the way for a new era of cooperation in the digital and green economies.
- As both nations gear up to implement these initiatives, the India–UK partnership stands as a model of how collaborative innovation can drive inclusive growth, sustainability, and global stability.
Key Takeaways
- Visit: UK PM Keir Starmer to India (October 2025)
- Total Announcements: 12 key outcomes across 4 sectors
- Key Sectors: Technology & Innovation, Education, Trade & Investment, Climate & Health