India Deepens Relations with Europe Amid G7 Summit and EU Trade Talks
In mid-2026, India strengthened ties with Europe through Prime Minister Modi's visits to France and Slovakia and participation in the G7 Summit in Evian, where India was a special guest. The EU-India Free Trade Agreement, concluded earlier that year, awaits lengthy ratification amid broader strategic cooperation including defense and investment pacts. The G7 summit addressed global challenges amid shifting economic power, with India engaging alongside partner countries to foster collaboration despite geopolitical tensions.