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EU Chief Von Der Leyen Thanks President Murmu for Republic Day Hosting

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed gratitude to President Droupadi Murmu for hosting her as Chief Guest at India's Republic Day celebrations. She emphasized the shared democratic values and commitment to a new global order between the world's two largest democracies. The display of EU and mission flags at the parade symbolized deepening security cooperation, set to culminate in a new partnership signing. Following the parade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked along Kartavya Path, while President Murmu escorted the EU dignitaries to Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Key Points: EU Chief Thanks President Murmu for Republic Day Hosting

  • Von der Leyen thanks Murmu for warm welcome
  • Flags EU-India as largest democracies
  • Security partnership to be signed
  • Display of EU flags a powerful symbol
  • Honour to be Republic Day Chief Guest
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EU chief thanks President Murmu for hosting her at Republic Day celebrations

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen thanks President Droupadi Murmu for the Republic Day honour, highlighting deepening EU-India ties.

"Europe and India are the world's largest democracies, committed to working together to shape a new global order. - Ursula von der Leyen"

New Delhi, January 26

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Monday thanked President Droupadi Murmu for hosting her as the Chief Guest at the Republic Day celebrations in Delhi.

von der Leyen drew on the ideological similarities between democracy in Europe and India and the shared commitment to shaping a new world order.

In a post on X, she said, "Thank you for hosting us on Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu. Thank you very much for your warm welcome. Europe and India are the world's largest democracies, committed to working together to shape a new global order. This is why we are here to take our partnership to new heights."

"The display of the flags of the EU, the EU Military Staff, and our maritime missions ATALANTA and ASPIDES at India's Republic Day is a powerful symbol of our deepening security cooperation. It will culminate tomorrow in the signature of our Security and Defence Partnership," she added.

von der Leyen called it her honour to be the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations.

In a post on X, she said, "It is the honour of a lifetime to be Chief Guests at the Republic Day celebrations. A successful India makes the world more stable, prosperous and secure."

India's 77th Republic Day parade concluded on Monday after a spectacular showcase of the country's military might and diverse culture at Kartavya Path.

After the parade and after seeing off the President and the visiting foreign dignitaries, Prime Minister Modi kept with his custom of walking along the Kartavya Path.

He was seen waving to the spectators who had gathered to witness the Republic Day parades.

At the end of the ceremony, President Droupadi Murmu, along with Republic Day Parade Chief Guests, the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and President of the European Council Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, were escorted by the President's Bodyguard, also known as 'Rashtrapati Ke Angrakshak,' as they departed for Rashtrapati Bhavan.

- ANI

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Rohit P
A successful India does make the world more stable and prosperous. Glad to see our democratic values being recognized on such a platform. The parade was spectacular as always!
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Aman W
While the diplomatic gesture is good, I hope this partnership brings tangible benefits for our farmers and small industries, not just defence deals. The focus should be on mutual economic growth.
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Sarah B
Watching from abroad, it's impressive to see India's soft power and diplomatic reach expanding. The symbolism of the EU flags at Kartavya Path is a strong visual of this new alliance.
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Karthik V
Our President hosted them with such grace. It's a matter of pride that the world's largest democracies are coming together. The security partnership is crucial in today's geopolitical climate. Well done!
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Nikhil C
Good move strategically. In a multipolar world, India needs strong partners like the EU. Hope this leads to more technology sharing and joint ventures in renewable energy and digital infrastructure.

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