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Jaishankar Welcomes EU Chiefs, Eyes New Chapter in India-EU Ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks with European Union leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen in New Delhi ahead of the EU-India Summit. The EU leaders are the chief guests for India's 77th Republic Day celebrations, symbolizing the importance of the bilateral relationship. The upcoming summit, to be hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is expected to focus on strengthening ties in areas like trade, security, and the clean energy transition. Both sides expressed confidence that the high-level engagement would open a new chapter in the strategic partnership.

Key Points: India-EU Summit: Jaishankar Holds Talks with Costa, von der Leyen

  • EU leaders are chief guests for Republic Day
  • Summit aims to deepen strategic partnership
  • Focus on trade, security, and clean energy
  • Visit underscores partnership of "trust and reliability"
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EAM Jaishankar holds talks with EU delegates ahead of EU-India Summit

EAM Jaishankar meets EU leaders ahead of Republic Day and summit, aiming to deepen strategic partnership and herald a new chapter in relations.

"Confident that their upcoming discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi will herald a new chapter in India - European Union relations. - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, January 25

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held talks with President of European Union Council Antonio Costa and President of European Commission Ursula von der Leyen in Delhi.

Jaishankar hoped that their talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be a harbinger of a new chapter in India-European Union relations.

In a post on X, he said, "Delighted to welcome President of EU Council Antonio Costa and President of EU Commission Ursula von der Leyen to India. A great privilege to have them as Chief Guests for the 77th Republic Day celebrations. Confident that their upcoming discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi will herald a new chapter in India - European Union relations."

Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal on Sunday called the India-EU partnership one of trust and reliability as the President of the European Council Antonio Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen arrived in India.

Costa and Von der Leyen were received by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry; and Electronics and Information Technology, Jitin Prasada and were accorded with Guard of Honour.

In a post on X, Jaiswal said, "India-EU: A partnership of Trust and Reliability: A cordial welcome to the President of the European Council Antonio Costa as he arrives in New Delhi for a State Visit to India. Received by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry; and Electronics and Information Technology Jitin Prasada."

"President of the European Council Antonio Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen were accorded a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour. Presidents Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen are the Chief Guests at India's 77th Republic Day celebrations. The visit is set to deepen the India-EU Strategic Partnership."

Costa expressed his happiness as he arrived in India.

In a post on X, he said, "Honoured to arrive in New Delhi for the 16th EU-India Summit, on the eve of India's 77th Republic Day. Celebrating a strong and growing EU-India partnership--from trade and security to the clean transition and vibrant people-to-people connections."

Costa and Von der Leyen will represent the EU at the 16th EU-India summit in Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the summit, a statement by the European Council said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Having them as Chief Guests for Republic Day is a strong diplomatic signal. It shows the world is looking at India with respect. Our foreign policy under Dr. Jaishankar is really paying off.
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Rohit P
Partnership of trust is good, but we need to ensure it's a two-way street. Sometimes EU regulations can be non-tariff barriers for our exports like textiles and agriculture. Hope PM Modi addresses this firmly.
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Sarah B
As someone working in the renewable sector, I'm keenly watching. Collaboration on the clean transition is vital for climate goals. Hope this leads to more joint ventures and tech transfer.
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Vikram M
Good move. With global uncertainties, strong ties with Europe are essential for our economic growth. Let's hope for progress on the long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The time is right.
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Kavya N
People-to-people connections mentioned by Mr. Costa are so important. Easier visas for students and professionals would be a great outcome. Many of my friends want to study in Europe.

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