Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from António Costa, President of the European Council, on January 7, 2025, where both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing the India-EU Strategic Partnership. Their discussions spanned key sectors, including technology, green energy, digital innovation, trade, and investments.
The leaders emphasized the need to swiftly conclude the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and expressed anticipation for the upcoming India-EU Summit, expected to be held in India at a mutually convenient time.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), António Costa shared his thoughts: “It was a pleasure to talk again with my long-time friend, India PM @narendramodi. We’ve known each other since 2017, and India is one of our main global partners. It’s time to boost our relations and engage in a new strategic agenda. Looking forward to the EU-India summit later this year.”
PM Modi responded: “Pleased to speak with President @antoniolscosta. India and the EU are natural partners. We are committed to working closely together to strengthen our partnership across technology, green energy, digital space, trade, and investments.”
Hervé Delphin, the EU Ambassador to India, also highlighted the ambition to develop a new joint strategic agenda and looked forward to the EU-India Summit in 2025.
This high-level dialogue underscores the deepening ties between India and the European Union, built on shared values of democracy, multilateralism, and a rules-based international order.
