Markus Söder Advances European-Indian Free Trade Talks During India Visit

The CSU leader engages in high-level political discussions, cultural diplomacy, and economic initiatives to promote a comprehensive trade partnership expected to finalize this year.

Markus Söder is in India advocating for the establishment of a European-Indian free trade zone, with negotiations projected to conclude by the end of 2025.
He has coordinated with European leaders, including Friedrich Merz and Ursula von der Leyen, to align support for the trade initiative.
Söder has held discussions with Indian officials, including Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, to strengthen bilateral relations and explore collaborative opportunities in technology and education.
Cultural diplomacy featured prominently, with Söder honoring Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial and visiting the Gurdwara Bangla Sahib Sikh temple to observe community service programs.
The visit highlights India’s importance as a growing economic market for Europe, with its 1.4 billion population and rapid economic growth making it a key strategic partner.

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