PM Modi holds first call with UK's Burnham, discusses AI, trade and West Asia

PM Narendra Modi held his first telephone conversation with newly elected UK PM Andy Burnham.

They agreed to expand cooperation in technology, AI, defence, security, and trade.

They discussed the situation in West Asia, including efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Modi congratulated Burnham on assuming office and reaffirmed India's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.