New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday had a telephonic conversation with King Charles III of the United Kingdom (UK). This was the first conversation between the two leaders after King Charles assumed the Office of the Sovereign of the UK. PM Modi conveyed his best wishes to the King for his successful reign.

“It was a pleasure to speak with His Majesty King Charles III on issues of mutual interest, including environmental protection, climate resilience, and the Commonwealth. Also discussed the priorities of India’s G20 Presidency, and the potential of Mission LiFE,” PM Modi said in a tweet.

It was a pleasure to speak with His Majesty King Charles III on issues of mutual interest, including environmental protection, climate resilience, and the Commonwealth. Also discussed the priorities of India's G20 Presidency, and the potential of Mission LiFE. @RoyalFamily

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 3, 2023

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During the phone call, they discussed a number of subjects of mutual interest, including climate action, conservation of biodiversity, and innovative solutions for financing energy-transition, among others, according to the Prime Minister’s Office.

Prime Minister expressed his appreciation for His Majesty’s abiding interest and advocacy on these issues.

PM Modi expressed his appreciation for the King’s abiding interest and advocacy on these issues and also briefed him on India’s priorities for its G20 Presidency. He also explained the relevance of Mission LiFE – Lifestyle for Environment, through which India seeks to promote environmentally sustainable lifestyles, a release said.

“The leaders exchanged views on the Commonwealth of Nations and how to further strengthen its functioning. They also appreciated the role of the Indian community in the UK in acting as a “living bridge” between both countries and enriching bilateral relations,” it added.