External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in New Delhi on February 27, 2025. This meeting is part of von der Leyen’s two-day official visit to India, accompanied by members of the European College of Commissioners—a first in the India-EU partnership.

 

During their discussions, both leaders focused on reenergizing the India-EU partnership, covering a wide range of topics including political and strategic cooperation, trade and commerce, climate and sustainability, digital and technology, and people-to-people ties. They also exchanged views on the economic and political implications of the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

 

President von der Leyen is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 28 to further discuss enhancing the strategic partnership between India and the European Union.

 

This visit underscores the importance both India and the EU place on deepening their multifaceted relationship, especially in the context of current global challenges.