New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday embarked on a visit to the United Kingdom and Maldives.

The Prime Minister has embarked on the visit from July 23-26.

"Leaving for UK, a country with which our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has achieved significant momentum in the last few years. I look forward to my talks with PM Keir Starmer and my meeting with His Majesty King Charles III," he posted on X.

In his departure statement, the Prime Minister said, "India and UK share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership that has witnessed significant progress in recent years. Our collaboration spans a wide range of sectors, including trade, investment, technology, innovation, defence, education, research, sustainability, health and people-to-people ties.

"During my meeting with Prime Minister Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer, we will have the opportunity to further enhance our economic partnership, aimed at fostering prosperity, growth and jobs creation in both countries. I also look forward to calling on His Majesty King Charles III during the visit."

On his Maldives tour, Modi said, "I look forward to my meetings with President Muizzu and other political leadership, to advance our joint vision of a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership, and to strengthen our cooperation for peace, prosperity and stability in the Indian Ocean Region."

"I am confident that the visit will yield tangible outcomes, benefiting our people and advancing our Neighbourhood First Policy," he added.