Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 28: Gaurav Gupta, BJP spokesperson, has claimed that the visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and the entire College of Commissioners to New Delhi is a historic milestone in India-EU relations.
In a statement, he emphasized that this unprecedented visit underscores India’s growing stature and dynamic leadership under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, making India a trusted and strategic partner for Europe.
Quoting President von der Leyen’s social media post, in which she described India a friend and a strategic ally, Gupta said “President von der Leyen’s remarks reaffirm India’s position as a key partner in shaping global stability. This visit goes beyond diplomacy-it signifies India’s growing role in defining the global economic and strategic landscape.”
Gupta highlighted the rapid progress of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, noting that a strong FTA would unlock vast opportunities for Indian businesses in Europe, boost trade, attract investment, and create numerous jobs.
He also pointed out that India’s trade engagement with Europe is gaining momentum amid rising global tariff uncertainties. “With the United States reviewing its tariff structures and increasing trade barriers in certain sectors, many global businesses are looking for alternative, stable trade relationships. A robust India-EU FTA can provide European companies a reliable supply chain and give Indian exporters greater access to European markets at a time when global trade dynamics are shifting,” he added.
Referring to the geopolitical significance of the visit, Gupta remarked, “At a time when Europe finds itself excluded from key discussions on Russia-Ukraine peace talks and faces growing uncertainties in transatlantic relations, its engagement with India is more crucial than ever. As China’s influence in Central and Eastern Europe weakens, European nations are looking towards India as a reliable and stable partner.”
He further stressed that at a time of shifting global power dynamics, India and the EU must collaborate to advance global security and stability. “As Europe redefines its strategic priorities, it sees India as a responsible and dependable ally,” he added. Gupta also highlighted India’s growing diplomatic influence in Central and Eastern Europe, stating, “India is engaging with these regions as an equal partner, shaping its own future and strengthening global ties.”
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