Archive · 4 Sep 2025
Modi, EU Leaders Discuss Trade, Ukraine Conflict, and Summit
On September 4th, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, who lead the European Union.
They talked about the war in Ukraine, agreeing India supports a peaceful resolution.
They also discussed trade, technology, and the potential for a free trade agreement to boost business.
The leaders aimed to strengthen their partnership.
They are planning to meet in person for the next EU-India Summit and work on important global matters.
They also discussed improvements in areas like trade and security to build a stronger partnership.
Prime Minister Modi held a joint call with the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission.
Discussions covered the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
The leaders aimed for early conclusion of India-EU FTA negotiations.
They also discussed the implementation of the IMEEC corridor.
They agreed to hold the next India-EU Summit in India.
- Who
- Narendra Modi, Ursula von der Leyen, and Antonio Costa
- What
- Discussed the Ukraine conflict, Free Trade Agreement, EU-India summit, and other topics of mutual interest.
- When
- September 4th
- Where
- Joint telephone call.
- Why
- To strengthen the India-EU Strategic Partnership, address global issues, and foster cooperation.
- Participants
- Narendra Modi, Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa
- Date of Call
- September 4th
- Key Topics
- Ukraine conflict, Free Trade Agreement, EU-India Summit
- Bilateral Relations
- Trade, technology, investment, innovation, sustainability, defence, security, supply chain resilience
- FTA Goal
- Early conclusion
- IMEEC Corridor
- Implementation agreed upon
- Next Summit
- To be held in India at a mutually convenient date
Sources
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