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EU competes with Russia and China to court closer ties with India

Ursula von der Leyen and Narendra Modi pictured at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, on 28 February, 2025. REUTERS - Altaf Hussain

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has renewed calls for a comprehensive trade agreement with India, signalling that the EU aims to finalise the deal before the end of the year.

Speaking after a recent discussion with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, von der Leyen framed the partnership as a strategic move to strengthen economic ties, diversify supply chains and bolster cooperation on technology, defence and the green transition.

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