External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with Manfred Weber, President of the European People’s Party and a member of the European Parliament in Delhi. They emphasized the importance of maintaining the positive momentum in India-EU relations and the swift ratification of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Earlier this year, India successfully concluded trade negotiations with the EU, culminating in a significant FTA.
During a meeting with members of the European Parliament, led by Angelika Niebler, Jaishankar discussed the deepening ties between India and the EU. He expressed confidence in the European Parliament’s support as cooperation between the two sides expands. Jaishankar’s recent visit to Brussels included talks with EU leaders and foreign ministers to explore the vast economic potential under the newly signed India-EU FTA.
Highlighting the strategic importance of the finalized FTA, Jaishankar described it as a pivotal moment in India-EU relations. He emphasized that the agreement will not only unlock substantial economic opportunities but also underscore the strategic depth of the engagement. Jaishankar underscored the shared goal of de-risking supply chains and enhancing resilience, noting that the FTA will promote stronger business connections to achieve these objectives. Additionally, he mentioned plans to advance security cooperation through the Security and Defence Partnership and early conclusion of the Security of Information Agreement.
