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New Delhi: India and the European Union on Tuesday signed 13 major agreements to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
These deals cover trade, security, defence, mobility, clean energy, science and disaster management.
The agreements were signed during the 16th India-EU Summit in New Delhi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi co-chaired the summit with European leaders.
The signing took place during the state visit of European Council President Antonio Costa.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was also present.
Comprehensive Strategic Agenda Adopted
First, both sides adopted “Towards 2030: A Joint India–EU Comprehensive Strategic Agenda.”
This document will guide the India-EU strategic partnership in the coming years.
It will also help align political, economic and global priorities.
Officials said the agenda strengthens long-term cooperation.
India-EU FTA Talks Concluded
Next, leaders announced the conclusion of negotiations on the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
This is the largest trade deal in India’s history.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the agreement.
He called it a blueprint for shared prosperity.
PM Modi said India-EU trade has reached EUR 180 billion.
He highlighted strong people-to-people ties and shared democratic values.
Security and Defence Partnership Finalised
Meanwhile, India and the EU formalised the Security and Defence Partnership (SDP).
This framework will boost cooperation in maritime security and defence technology.
It will also cover cyber threats, space cooperation and counter-terrorism.
Both sides also began talks on a Security of Information Agreement.
With this step, India became the third Asian country to sign such a deal with the EU.
Japan and South Korea signed similar agreements earlier.
Financial and Mobility Cooperation Expanded
In addition, financial cooperation received a boost.
The Reserve Bank of India signed an MoU with the European Securities and Markets Authority.
The two sides also agreed on advanced electronic signatures and seals.
These steps will improve regulatory coordination.
Mobility cooperation was strengthened as well.
The EU announced a pilot Legal Gateway Office in India to support skill mobility.
Focus on Disaster Management and Clean Energy
At the same time, both sides enhanced disaster management cooperation.
India’s NDMA signed an arrangement with the EU’s civil protection agency.
In clean energy, the partners formed a Green Hydrogen Task Force.
They also renewed scientific cooperation for the 2025–2030 period.
Global Projects and Future Cooperation
Finally, India and the EU agreed to implement four trilateral projects.
These projects will support digital innovation, solar solutions and early warning systems.
The initiatives will focus on Africa, the Indo-Pacific and island nations.
Officials said the agreements reflect growing trust and shared priorities.
Overall, the 13 deals mark a new phase in India-EU relations.
They reinforce cooperation between two of the world’s largest democracies.
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