The Mayor’s trip to India and Pakistan
Mayor Sadiq Khan travelled to India and Pakistan - building ties with business leaders and politicians, meeting cultural leaders, screen and sports stars, students and more.
He visited 6 cities in 6 days with one key message: #LondonIsOpen to talent, investment and tourism.
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India
The Mayor kick-started his trip in Mumbai, meeting with government ministers and senior politicians to build stronger ties between India and London.
(Mayor of London Sadiq Khan with Indian Finance Minister, Arun Jaitley)
He continued his trip in Mumbai, then on to Delhi and Amritsar to drive new investments and initiatives:
- Mayor tells Indan investors: #LondonIsOpen
- Mayor calls for visa change to attract Indian talent
- Sadiq names Deepak Parekh as first International Ambassador
- Sadiq makes historic visit to Golden Temple in Amritsar
- London & Bengaluru launch partnership to tackle toxic air pollution
- Biggest ever London-India TV production announced
- Mumbai becomes first Indian city to join World Cities Culture Forum
Mayor announces four talented young footballers from Mumbai will head to London to train with the Queen's Park Rangers
It’s an honour to support @QPRFC’s Talent Hunt and announce the first girls to win. They’ll come to London next year for a unique opportunity to train at this prestigious club. #LondonIsOpen pic.twitter.com/7DyjvXF6Ji
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) December 3, 2017
Mayor calls for formal apology for Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
Today I visited the Jallianwala Bagh memorial and gardens and paid my respects to all those who lost their lives in the horrific Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 13 April 1919. I'm calling on the UK Government to make a full and formal apology for the massacre. pic.twitter.com/EGpFou7dpZ
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) December 6, 2017
Pakistan
The Mayor travelled to Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad, where he met with key political leaders, including Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi.
He also met with business leaders, while the business delegation strengthened ties between London and Pakistan.
Sadiq visits final resting place of Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Muhammad Ali Jinnah founded a nation, championed democracy, justice and women's and minority rights. He continues to inspire millions in Pakistan and around the world today. It was a privilege to visit Mazar-e-Quaid to pay my respects at his final resting place pic.twitter.com/6gBZxy8ab6
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) December 8, 2017
Mayor visits the British Council’s DOSTI project
Great speaking to so many young people who are taking part in the @BritishCouncil's DOSTI sports programme. It’s an important way to break down social barriers, enhance friendships and promote community cohesion https://t.co/BW6mpzSCRn pic.twitter.com/rdra8kLBc6
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) December 8, 2017
The end of a successful trip brings new investments to London
Today, I have announced some key investments from India and Pakistan into London. They show that our city remains a vital destination for business and global investment. #LondonIsOpen https://t.co/f6aZIowx5C
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) December 8, 2017
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