New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday praised the trade deal with India, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the partnership and calling it a major win for both countries.

"It is the most ambitious trade deal India has ever done, so I want to thank Prime Minister Modi for this partnership. This is a huge win for both nations," Starmer said at the Global Fintech Fest at Jio World Centre in Mumbai.

He further said, "India-UK FTA will boost GDP of both countries."

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