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Germany has formally reaffirmed its commitment to welcoming skilled Indian professionals and students, underscoring the strength of the bilateral Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement. At the inaugural Human Resource Mobility Forum hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi from 30 June to 1 July 2026, German representatives highlighted the expanding avenues for Indian talent to contribute to building stronger bilateral relations.

India has officially launched its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in Greece, marking a significant milestone in the European expansion of its digital payment ecosystem. Under a strategic partnership that went live on 30 June 2026, eligible customers can now transfer money instantly and securely between the two nations, drastically reducing cross-border transaction costs to a fraction of conventional rates.

German Ambassador to India, Philip Ackermann, has said that India has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy, describing India–Germany relations as being at an "all-time high." Speaking to a news agency, he highlighted the success of the Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP), which has strengthened cooperation between the two countries in areas such as clean energy, trade, and strategic affairs. His remarks reflect growing international recognition of I

On 24 June 2026, New Delhi served as the diplomatic stage for the 12th India-European Union Human Rights Dialogue, marking a critical juncture in the strategic alignment between two of the world's largest democratic entities. Co-chaired by Mr Piyush Srivastava, Additional Secretary (Europe West) in India's Ministry of External Affairs, and Mr Hervé Delphin, Ambassador of the European Union to India.

The European Union has awarded 75 Indian students the prestigious, fully funded Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) scholarships for the 2026–2028 academic cycle. This latest intake cements India's long-standing position as the top recipient of these highly competitive global awards since 2004, placing the nation among the top three beneficiaries globally for the current intake. Announced during a celebratory pre-departure ceremony in New Delhi, this academic milestone

India–EU FTA Nears Completion: What Businesses Need to Know

On 17 June 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Évian, France. This meeting, representing their second bilateral dialogue of the year, provided an opportunity to review the growing momentum of the India-Germany Strategic Partnership. The discussions focused on reinforcing cooperation across key sectors, streamlining transit regulations for travellers, and evaluating critical global security ch

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a historic state visit to the Slovak Republic on 14–15 June 2026, marking the first time an Indian head of government has visited the nation since its independence in 1993. The visit fundamentally reshaped bilateral relations by elevating ties to a Comprehensive Partnership, reflecting a mutual commitment to deeper strategic, economic, and technological integration. Over the two-day visit, Prime Minister Modi held high-profile dis

On 14 June 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held extensive bilateral talks at the historic Villa Kerylos in Nice, France, marking a transformative milestone in the newly elevated India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership.

India used the IISS (International Institute for Strategic Studies) Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore as a platform to advance its defence partnership with the European Union. According to All India Radio, Indian officials held key defence discussions with EU representatives on the sidelines of the summit.

India and Cyprus have elevated their relationship to a Strategic Partnership following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides in New Delhi, signalling a deliberate push to deepen India’s engagement with the European Union through a trusted Mediterranean partner. The upgrade comes as Cyprus holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, giving the move clear India–EU relevance at a pivotal moment for trade, connectivit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Italy on 20 May 2026 formed the final leg of his Europe tour that began on 15 May, bringing together a series of engagements that placed India’s ties with Europe firmly in focus. In Rome, the visit centred on a major upgrade in India–Italy relations, high-level political meetings and recognition from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

PM Modi’s Norway Visit Strengthens India–Europe Green Partnership

“A Partnership of Ideas, Technology, Innovation and Co Creation”: PM Modi’s Sweden Visit Sharpens India–EU Vision

The United Kingdom’s new steel trade measure, due to take effect from 1 July 2026, is set to make Indian steel exports to the UK more tightly controlled by cutting tariff-free import volumes and placing a 50% duty on shipments above quota. For India, the change matters because the UK has carved out only limited country-specific quotas for certain steel categories, meaning exporters will need to plan shipments more carefully and watch quota availability closely. UK’s new steel

Netherlands Visit to “Reaffirm Political Commitment”: Indian Envoy Ahead of PM Modi’s Trip

India’s Seafood Sector Gets Fresh Momentum as Europe Opens a Wider Trade Window

From The Hague to Rome: Modi’s Europe Tour Puts India–EU Equation in Sharper Focus

India-EU Launch $15.2 Million EV Battery Recycling Call to Power Green Transition

France’s New Tuition Rules Put Non-EU Students, Including Indians, on Notice