PM Modi, European Commission Chief Von der Leyen meet at Hyderabad House
PM Modi, European Commission Chief Von der Leyen meet at Hyderabad House
Ursula Von Der Leyen, President, European Commission to India met with PM Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on February 28, 2025 to hold talks
focusing on imparting fresh momentum to the India-European Union (EU) strategic partnership.
The two sides took stock of the ongoing negotiations to firm up an ambitious trade deal as well as explore ways to boost trade and investment ties.
Ms. Von der Leyen, accompanied by the EU College of Commissioners or senior political leaders of the bloc, arrived here on Thursday on a two-day visit.
Ahead of her talks at a think-tank she said she believes this modern version of great power competition is an opportunity for Europe and India to re-imagine their partnership.
“Adding that in .many ways, the EU and India are uniquely placed to respond to this challenge together.
The two sides are also expected to deliberate on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the situation in the Indo-Pacific and developments in West Asia.
A joint statement is on expected to be released following the Modi-Von der Leyen talks.
The EU is keen to expand its trade basket with India and both sides are of the view that the proposed free trade pact will significantly enhance the economic engagement.
News Edit KV Raman
