Kaja Kallas Arrives in New Delhi: Focus on Security, Trade, and Technology Cooperation with India

India and the European Union are set to deepen their strategic partnership as Kaja Kallas, EU Vice President and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, begins her maiden visit to India. The visit is seen as a pivotal moment in advancing cooperation across security, defence, and economic domains.

Key Highlights

• Historic Visit: Kallas arrived in New Delhi on January 24, 2026, welcomed by the Ministry of External Affairs.
• Summit Agenda: Her visit precedes the 16th India-EU Summit, scheduled for January 27, co-chaired by PM Narendra Modi, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and EU Council President António Costa.
• Security & Defence: India and the EU will sign a new partnership covering maritime security, cybersecurity, and counterterrorism.
• Trade & Technology: Discussions will include progress on the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aimed at reducing reliance on China, Russia, and the US.
• Global Alignment: The visit underscores Europe’s readiness to deliver a “powerful new agenda” with India, enhancing collaboration in sustainability and innovation.

Sources: ANI, Economic Times, The Tribune, DD India