India and the United Kingdom on Thursday officially endorsed the "India-UK Vision 2035", a wide-ranging plan to deepen cooperation across key sectors including agriculture, clean energy, trade, technology, education and defence. The roadmap was endorsed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during their meeting in London on July 24.
The document outlines a future-focused partnership, aimed at strengthening strategic ties and driving inclusive and sustainable growth in both nations. It builds on the foundation of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership announced earlier and sets ambitious targets across multiple sectors.
Agriculture has been included under the innovation and biotechnology agenda, with efforts to promote sustainable and climate-resilient farming. The aim is to boost food security, support rural development and promote green solutions through shared innovation.
In the technology space, the two countries plan to collaborate on artificial intelligence, 6G, semiconductors, biotechnology, space and quantum research. New platforms like the UK-India AI Centre and the Connectivity Innovation Centre are being set up to accelerate innovation and digital inclusion.
The climate and clean energy partnership comes as both countries push towards net-zero emissions. The roadmap includes cooperation in renewable energy such as offshore wind and solar, civil nuclear projects, carbon credit markets and green financing. The Net Zero Innovation Partnership will back startups and scalable clean technologies in both countries.
On the economic front, the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is expected to drive trade, jobs and investment. Talks are also progressing on a Bilateral Investment Treaty. Regular platforms such as JETCO, the Economic and Financial Dialogue, and the Financial Markets Dialogue will be used to support reforms and unlock growth in sectors like health, critical minerals, and financial services.
Defence ties will be strengthened through a 10-year industrial roadmap that includes co-development of jet engines and electric propulsion systems. The two nations will also enhance joint military exercises, boost maritime cooperation, and upgrade security dialogues. Counter-terrorism, cybersecurity and tackling cross-border crime are key priorities.
In education, the UK plans to facilitate the opening of campuses of leading universities in India. Dual degrees, student exchanges and mutual recognition of qualifications are also part of the plan. Green skills development will be a shared focus under the India-UK Green Skills Partnership.
The Vision 2035 document will be reviewed annually and guided through regular high-level ministerial meetings. Both sides reaffirmed their support for multilateral reforms and a rules-based global order.
