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‘Time To Double Down’: EU Eyes Deeper India Partnership, FTA Likely By End Of 2025

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The European Commission adopted a joint communication outlining a ‘New Strategic EU-India Agenda’, marking a significant milestone in India-EU ties.

EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Reuters/File)

EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Reuters/File)

The European Union proposed a new strategic agenda to raise bilateral relations with India to a higher level and fast-track a free trade agreement despite concerns over New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil.

The European Commission and the High Representative adopted a Joint Communication outlining a ‘New Strategic EU-India Agenda’, marking a significant milestone in INdia-EU relations, according to an official EU statement.

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“Now is the time to focus on reliable partners and double down on partnerships rooted in shared interests and guided by common values. With our new EU–India strategy, we are taking our relationship to the next level,” said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

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