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EU Leaders Urge Modi to Press Russia and Accelerate India–EU FTA Talks

Brussels set a year‑end target for a trade deal, signaling that immediate progress is essential.

Modi reiterated India’s consistent support for peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict and early restoration of peace and stability (X/eucopresident)
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s warm display with Putin and Xi at the SCO summit, Europe has turned to him as a potential key to peace in Ukraine.

Overview

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a joint call on Thursday with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa.
  • Von der Leyen said India has an important role in bringing Russia to end its war in Ukraine and called the conflict a global security and economic risk, while Modi reiterated support for a peaceful resolution.
  • The EU reiterated its push to conclude an India–EU Free Trade Agreement by the end of 2025, with von der Leyen saying progress is needed now.
  • Negotiators were urged to advance work on longstanding sticking points, including market access, tariffs and regulatory standards.
  • The leaders agreed to convene the next India–EU summit in India at the earliest mutual convenience, with von der Leyen pointing to a 2026 meeting to agree a joint strategic agenda.