India’s diplomatic calendar lights up as EU powerhouses Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen arrive January 25 for intensive talks amid FTA endgame. The four-day sojourn from New Delhi promises Republic Day honors, summit leadership, and leader-level meets, all against the backdrop of trade talks on the brink of success.
Chief guests at January 26 celebrations, the leaders will then co-lead the 16th India-EU Summit on January 27. Their schedule features engagements with President Murmu and in-depth discussions with PM Modi, focusing on sealing the free trade pact.
Event management at Hyderabad House adapts to media frenzy: reduced crowds, wire priority, and MEA-shared media assets on social platforms. Fill Google Sheets by January 23, 10 AM for participation.
Optimism swirls around the FTA, eyed to supercharge exports, attract FDI, and align regulations. This isn’t just about commerce—it’s weaving stronger bonds in innovation, sustainability, and multilateralism. With global supply chains realigning, the visit could announce a landmark deal, unlocking mutual growth and positioning India-EU as a counterbalance in turbulent times.