Can't let extremists exploit democracy, Modi tells UK PM Starmer; raises the issue of Khalistanis
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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday raised with his UK counterpart Keir Starmer, the issue of Khalistani extremists urging him to act against "extremist ideology" that "misuse democratic freedoms to undermine democracy".Speaking in London after the landmark FTA was signed, Modi said, "We express gratitude to PM Starmer and his Government for strongly condemning the Pahalgam terror attack . We are united in the belief that there is no place for double standards in the fight against terrorism.""We also agree that elements with extremist ideology can't be allowed to misuse democratic freedom. Those who misuse democratic freedoms to undermine democracy itself, must be held to account," the PM pointed out in reference to Khalistani extremists operating out of UK soil.On extradition from the UK, Modi said, "Regarding the extradition of economic offenders, our agencies will work with coordination and cooperation."New Delhi is continuing to "make the case" for the extradition of fugitives Lalit Modi, Nirav Modi, and Vijay Mallya from the UK as part of ongoing efforts to secure their return to face legal action in India.Modi and Starmer endorsed the new ' India-UK Vision 2035 ' roadmap that reaffirms their shared commitment to unlocking the full potential of a revitalised partnership.Implementation of this vision document will be reviewed annually by India's external affairs minister and UK's foreign secretary. The focused ministerial mechanisms will address cross sectoral issues including technology, trade, investment, and financial sector cooperation.As part of the plan, the two sides decided to promote strategic and defence industry collaboration through the adoption of a 10-year defence industrial roadmap and a joint mechanism at senior-official level to monitor its implementation and progress.They also decided to deepen collaboration in advanced technologies and complex weapons.
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