Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India

10/20/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/19/2021 21:07

2nd India- UK Multilateral Dialogue

The 2nd India-UK Multilateral Dialogue was held on 18 October 2021 in London. The Indian delegation was led by Mr. Prakash Gupta, Joint Secretary (UN Political), Ministry of External Affairs and the UK side was led by Ms. Harriet Mathews CMB OBE, Deputy Political Director for UN, UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).

The UK side congratulated India on its successful presidency of the UN Security Council in August 2021. Discussions covered issues of mutual interest pertaining to UN reforms, counterterrorism, peacekeeping and climate action.

Both sides exchanged views on the Commonwealth Strategic Plan and priorities.

The delegations agreed to continue to work closely to further deepen their cooperation on multilateral issues.

New Delhi
October 20, 2021