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Bengal has always believed in building bridges, not walls : Mamata

Bengal has always believed in building bridges, not walls : Mamata

Kolkata, Mar 25 (UNI) Bengal has always believed in building bridges, not walls, said West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Attending a high tea reception at India House in London, hosted by Vikram Kumar Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom, Banerjee said, "Bengal has always believed in building bridges, not walls. As we continue to expand our global footprint, we look forward to fostering stronger ties with our partners in the UK and beyond."
"Today, I was honoured to attend a high tea reception at India House, hosted by Shri Vikram Kumar Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom. The event brought together the official and business delegation from Bengal alongside eminent leaders from the industry, cultural, and social sectors in the UK, all united by a shared vision for deeper collaboration," Banerjee added.
"Our discussions centred on strengthening economic partnerships, enhancing people-to-people ties, and exploring new avenues of cooperation that benefit both Bengal and Britain. By harnessing our collective potential, we aim to create opportunities that are mutually enriching and future-ready," she stated.
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