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The 13th round of India-Netherlands Foreign Office Consultations took place on December 4, 2025, in New Delhi, reinforcing the institutional dialogue framework between the two countries. Led by Shri Sibi George, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs of India, and Mr. Christiaan Rebergen, Secretary General, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, the consultations build upon the previous round held in The Hague in May 2024. Political Momentum and High-Level En

India and the European Union are intensifying their collaborative efforts to strengthen the security and resilience of undersea cables in the Indian Ocean through a dedicated maritime security workshop scheduled for December 5, 2025, in New Delhi. This initiative represents a significant development in the evolving EU-India strategic partnership, focusing on one of the most critical infrastructures supporting global digital connectivity and commerce.​ Critical Infrastructure

India and Poland have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral engagement during the 11th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held in New Delhi on Monday. Co-chaired by Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Shri Sibi George, and Polish Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Wladyslaw T. Bartoszewski, the high-level dialogue focused on reviewing the comprehensive progress of the India-Poland Strategic Partnership. The consultations prov

A high-level parliamentary delegation from Cyprus, led by the President of the House of Representatives, H.E. Ms. Annita Demetriou, called on the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on November 26, 2025. The meeting underscored the enduring friendship between the two nations, with both leaders emphasizing their commitment to democratic ideals and mutual interests. The visit, coinciding with India’s Constitution Day, provided a symbolic backdrop for

Slovenian Ambassador Stanislav Vidovič along with his wife Ljiljana Vidovič and Chairman of Europe India Centre for Business and Industry, Sujit S Nair The 10th Session of the India–Slovenia Joint Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation (JCTEC) convened in New Delhi, bringing together delegations from both nations to assess their growing economic partnership and identify new avenues for collaboration. The meeting, held under the co-chairmanship of Saket Kumar, Joint Secre

Chairman of Europe India Centre for Business and Industry Mr Sujit S Nair and Romanian Ambassador Sena Latif Romania's National Day was commemorated in New Delhi on November 26, 2025, with a formal gathering that underscored the enduring bonds between India and Romania. The event brought together dignitaries, diplomats, and members of the Indian and international communities, also business figures like Mr Sujit S Nair, Chairman of Europe India Centre for Business and Industry

The European Commission has welcomed the provisional political agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council on the establishment of the EU Talent Pool, marking a significant milestone in the Union's efforts to attract and retain skilled talent from beyond its borders. This first EU-wide digital platform represents a strategic response to persistent labour market challenges while positioning the European Union as a competitive destination for international

Belgium and India share a longstanding and multifaceted partnership rooted in shared democratic values and mutual respect. Belgium stands as one of the first European nations to establish diplomatic ties with independent India in September 1947, a relationship anchored in commitment to the rule of law, federalism, and pluralism. This enduring connection has evolved into robust cooperation spanning political, economic, technological, and cultural spheres, reinforcing the deep

The Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, and the Federal Ministry of Health, Germany, convened the 3rd Joint Working Group Meeting on Alternative Medicine in Berlin from 18 to 20 November 2025, marking another significant step in advancing Indo-German cooperation in the field of traditional and integrative healthcare. The meeting brought together senior officials and experts from both nations to strengthen bilateral engagement and explore concrete pathways for collaborativ

India and Sweden are strengthening their bilateral partnership through the Industry Transition Partnership (ITP), marking significant progress in decarbonising heavy industries under the LeadIT framework. The collaboration focuses on advancing low-carbon technologies in the steel and cement sectors, two of the world's most emissions-intensive industries.​ Industry Transition Platform Drives Collaborative Projects The Industry Transition Platform, established through joint fun

The 7th India-Norway Joint Working Group on Education convened in Oslo on 18th November 2025, strengthening bilateral commitment to advancing educational cooperation between the two nations. The meeting brought together senior representatives from India and Norway to review progress, chart new directions, and reinforce mutual priorities in higher education and academic exchange. ​ Delegation Leadership and Participation The Indian side was led by Ms. Archana Thakur, Joint Sec

Finland's 108th Independence Day celebration in Mumbai brought together key stakeholders from both nations, reaffirming the strengthening bonds between India and Finland through diplomatic engagement and business collaboration. Mr. Erik af Hällström with Mr. Sujit S. Nair The celebration marked a significant occasion for fostering bilateral relations between Finland and India. The event drew participation from diplomats, business leaders, and representatives from various coun

Ambassador Anshuman Gaur's recent diplomatic agenda has underscored the strengthening India-Hungary partnership through a series of productive high-level meetings. Most recently, on November 17, 2025, the Ambassador engaged with Ms. Boglárka Illés, State Secretary for Bilateral Relations at Hungary's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, in a highly productive meeting that emphasized comprehensive talks on boosting high-level political engagements, strengthening connectivity

India's Union Cabinet has approved the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE), a financial initiative designed to provide credit support to the nation's export sector. The scheme provides 100% credit guarantee coverage through the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC) to Member Lending Institutions (MLIs), enabling them to extend additional credit facilities of up to Rs. 20,000 crore to eligible exporters, including both MSMEs and non-MSME entities.​

Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation has strengthened its political relationship with India through high-level diplomatic engagement, advancing cooperation across multiple sectors. The 8th India-Spain Foreign Office Consultations, held in New Delhi on November 13, 2025, demonstrated both nations' commitment to fortifying bilateral ties on the foundation of recent high-level visits and sustained institutional dialogue.​ The consultations, led by

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas held a substantive bilateral meeting on November 12, 2025, during the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Niagara, Canada. The discussion focused on deepening the India-EU Strategic Partnership and exchanging perspectives on the multilateral agenda, marking an important engagement in advancing bilateral relations between India and the European Un

The European Union's proposed budget for 2028-2034, totaling close to €2 trillion, represents a significant institutional recalibration designed to strengthen European economic resilience and enable more effective external partnerships. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that the budget aims to strengthen Europe's agency in a changing world, requiring mechanisms that are faster, more ambitious, simpler, and more flexible. The reformed financial arch

The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), set for full implementation from 2026, has emerged as a defining issue at the ongoing COP30 climate conference in Belém, Brazil. While the mechanism aims to align international trade with climate objectives, its implications for developing economies have prompted calls for dialogue and cooperative solutions that preserve both climate ambition and economic partnership. The mechanism will impose border tariffs on c

On 5 November 2025, Latvia and India held the 9th Foreign Office Consultations in Riga, marking a significant milestone in bilateral diplomatic engagement. The discussions brought together Andžejs Viļumsons, State Secretary of Latvia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Sibi George, Secretary (West) at India's Ministry of External Affairs, to comprehensively address bilateral cooperation, regional security challenges, and multilateral collaboration. The consultations underscore

The EU-India Free Trade Agreement negotiations, which resumed with renewed momentum since 2022, reached a critical juncture in November 2025. Both sides concluded intensive talks in New Delhi, with India's Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal engaging European Commission Director-General for Trade Sabine Weyand. With 10 of the 20 FTA chapters finalised and several others agreed in principle, negotiators confirmed their shared objective of concluding the agreement by year-end. Th