President Murmu hosts EU leaders, hails India-EU FTA and shared democratic values

January 28, 2026 10:54 AM

President Murmu hosts EU leaders, hails India-EU FTA and shared democratic values

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday hosted António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking a historic moment in India-European Union relations. The two EU leaders were the Chief Guests at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations - the first time the European Union has participated in this capacity - underscoring the growing depth and trust in the India-EU Strategic Partnership. Welcoming the visiti...

EU Council President calls India “one of EU’s main global partners” in conversation with PM Modi

January 8, 2025 10:28 AM

EU Council President calls India “one of EU’s main global partners” in conversation with PM Modi

European Council President Antonio Costa held a telephonic discussion with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing India as one of the European Union’s (EU) primary global partners. The conversation, held on Tuesday, emphasized strengthening ties and formulating a new strategic agenda to bolster cooperation between the two sides. Recalling his earlier interaction with PM Modi during the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in 2017, Costa expressed enthusiasm for the forthcoming EU-India Summit, sl...

PM Modi congratulates new European Council President Antonio Costa

September 16, 2024 6:11 PM

PM Modi congratulates new European Council President Antonio Costa

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his congratulations to Antonio Costa on his election as the next President of the European Council. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi said, "Congratulations to my friend @antoniolscosta on being elected as the next President of the European Council. I look forward to working closely with you to advance the India-EU Strategic Partnership to greater heights." Costa, the former Prime Minister of Portugal, was chosen to succeed Charles Michel a...