In a display of transcontinental unity, PM Narendra Modi, alongside Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen, propelled the India-EU strategic partnership to new frontiers during the 16th Summit in New Delhi. Shared ethos—democracy, rights, pluralism, rule of law, UN-based order—formed the bedrock.
Consensus emerged on security countermeasures, inclusive sustainability, economic robustness, climate-biodiversity urgency, and SDG acceleration, as outlined in the summit’s joint statement.
Republic Day honors went to the EU leaders and their elite entourage, including Kallas and Sefcovic.
Historic ink dried on the India-EU Security and Defence Partnership, the maiden holistic structure fostering advances in sea security, defence innovation, cyber/hybrid arenas, space ops, and terror combat. Information Security Agreement negotiations commenced for secure data flows, enhancing defence bonds.
UN primacy and Security Council modernization for inclusivity topped reform calls. Indo-Pacific and European fates intertwine; a free, open region per UNCLOS is affirmed, with boosted IPOI/IORA ties and inaugural consultations.
Ukraine war’s agony and impacts fuel diplomacy endorsements. Iran/Middle East tensions demand peaceful talks. Gaza’s Resolution 2803 backs peacekeeping, aid, and two-state accord.
Unflinching terror rebuke covered all forms, cross-border strikes, Pahalgam (22/4/25), Red Fort (10/11/25). International coordination targets radicalization, terror funds, laundering, emerging tech perils, recruitment.
This pact-laden summit heralds deepened India-EU collaboration for a secure, prosperous world.