What happened?
The second India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) meeting took place in New Delhi on 28 February 2025, with key ministers from both sides discussing digital partnerships, clean energy initiatives, and trade resilience. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, along with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, met EU representatives, including Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen and Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic. Discussions covered semiconductors, AI, 6G, electric vehicles, and green hydrogen.
Why it matters to India?
The TTC provides a structured framework for India and the EU to enhance cooperation in emerging technologies and strategic industries. Strengthening trade and technology ties with the EU can help India reduce supply chain dependencies, expand investment opportunities, and accelerate its digital and clean energy transition. The TTC also reinforces India’s positioning as a critical partner in the evolving global trade and technology landscape.