EU Chief Speaks With PM Modi On Ukraine War, Pushes For Free Trade Pact

Last Updated:September 04, 2025, 18:16 IST

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen underlined the bloc’s commitment to strengthening ties with New Delhi.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and PM Modi.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said India has a key role to play in pressing Russia to end its war in Ukraine and in shaping a path to peace as she dialed Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ursula von der Leyen said, “We warmly welcome India’s continued engagement with President Zelenskyy. India has an important role to play in bringing Russia to end its war of aggression and helping create a path towards peace."

Calling the Ukraine conflict a threat beyond Europe, she added, “This war carries global security consequences and undermines economic stability. So it is a risk to the entire world."

The EU chief also underlined the bloc’s commitment to strengthening ties with New Delhi. She announced plans to agree on a joint strategic agenda at the next EU–India summit in 2026 and reiterated Brussels’ push to conclude a Free Trade Agreement with India by the end of 2025.

“To achieve this, progress is needed now," she said, signalling urgency in advancing talks on market access, tariffs and regulatory standards that have been under negotiation for years.

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