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India and EU strengthen strategic partnership

Summary

The 15th India-EU Summit was held in New Delhi, where both sides agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, technology, clean energy, and security. The EU is one of India's largest trading partners.

Key TakeawayIndia-EU bilateral trade stands at over €120 billion annually.

Key Points

  • Renewed commitment to India-EU Free Trade Agreement negotiations.
  • Cooperation on clean technology and climate action.
  • Digital partnership for cybersecurity and AI governance.
  • People-to-people exchanges and visa facilitation discussed.

Key Facts

Summit Number
15th
Bilateral Trade
€120 Bn
EU Members
27 Countries
Summit Date
May 2025

Why it matters?

Stronger India-EU ties boost exports, attract European investment, and strengthen India's global diplomatic standing.