PM Modi Holds Joint Call With EU Leaders; Pushes For Early FTA Conclusion

PM Narendra Modi held a joint telephone call today with the President of the EU Council, Antonio Costa and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.

The three leaders underlined the strength of the India-EU Strategic Partnership, which is anchored in trust, shared values, and a common vision for the future.

They emphasised the partnership’s role in addressing global challenges, fostering stability, and promoting a rules-based international order for mutual prosperity.

The leaders welcomed steady progress in bilateral cooperation across critical areas such as trade, technology, investment, innovation, sustainability, defence, security, and supply chain resilience.

They reaffirmed their commitment to conclude the India-EU FTA early and implement the IMEEC.

India-EU Summit in India

The leaders agreed to hold the next India-EU Summit in India, building on February’s visit of the EU College of Commissioners.

Prime Minister Modi formally invited Costa and von der Leyen to India for the summit.

The three leaders also exchanged views on regional and global issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

PM Modi reiterated India’s consistent stand in favour of a peaceful resolution and called for the early restoration of peace and stability in the region.

The leaders agreed to stay in close touch to advance the India-EU partnership and to work together on pressing global issues.

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