Updated July 15th, 2020 at 17:11 IST
India-EU Summit: PM Invites Investment from Europe; asks for 'action-oriented' agenda
In a major step forward, the India-European Union summit will take place on July 15 via virtual mode amid existing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, report sources.
5: 11 IST, July 15th 2020
PM Modi spoke about the need to give birth to a new form of globalisation in a post-pandemic world, focusing on humanity.
"Till now we have sent medicines to 150 nations. EU and its nations have accelerated access to COVID tools. India's pharma companies are committed to give their inputs," says PM Modi.
"India-EU partnership is useful for peace and stability in the world. This reality has become even more clear in today's global situation," added the PM.
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5: 03 IST, July 15th 2020
#LIVE | An action-oriented agenda needs to be formed to deepen our ties. India and EU are natural partners: PM Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/uKM6hZsvf3
— Republic (@republic) July 15, 2020
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European Council President Charles Michel says cooperation with India needed to combat global challenges in a 'humanity-centric' way.
I would like to thank India for the cooperation your country has shown with the EU. I would like to pay tribute to your role nationally and internationally, multilaterally in combating COVID19 pandemic: European Council President Charles Michel during India-EU Summit pic.twitter.com/qqZuGjh3C8
— ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2020
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"We need strong cooperation between democratic nations, given the present challenges," says PM Modi.
#LIVE | Post COVID-19, new challenges have emerged. We need more cooperation between democratic nations now: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/03aYJiMEW0
— Republic (@republic) July 15, 2020
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India and EU are natural partners. Our partnership is significant for peace and stability of the world. This reality has become even more clear in the global situation today: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 15th India-EU (virtual) summit pic.twitter.com/dltbiL0zLO
— ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2020
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"Apart from current challenges, long-term challenges like climate change also a priority for India and the EU. In our efforts to increase the use of renewable energy in India, we invite investment and technology from Europe," said PM Modi.
4: 16 IST, July 15th 2020
The EU & India have converging interests & a robust cooperation, underpinned by the Strategic Partnership adopted in 2004. The #EUIndiaSummit is an opportunity to amplify this cooperation.🤝
— EU in India (@EU_in_India) July 15, 2020
As we approach the summit, watch the journey of how 🇪🇺 & 🇮🇳 are #StrongerTogether.
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3: 25 IST, July 15th 2020
Looking forward to enhancing EU’s cooperation with India at today’s summit.
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) July 15, 2020
Coronavirus response, climate action, digital agenda, economic relations, strengthening rules-based multilateralism, foreign & security challenges - we have a lot to discuss @narendramodi, @eucopresident! https://t.co/66QKu5MQcs
2: 51 IST, July 15th 2020
During the Summit, the two sides are also expected to kick off a process for effective cooperation between the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Europol, unveil a five-year roadmap to further expand ties and are likely to launch a separate dialogue on maritime security and for boosting trade and investment, the officials said.
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The Indian delegation at the summit will be led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi while the European side will be headed by President of the European Council Charles Michel and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, news agency PTI reported.
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In a major step forward, the India-European Union summit will take place on July 15 via virtual mode amid existing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, report sources. Sources report that the summit will focus on reviving Free Trade talks, which had been stalled for the past few years. India will also reportedly discuss WHO's progress in COVID-19 collaboration.
There was pause on the issue after intensive negotiations for yrs. New EU leadership has shown great interest in India. During summit, India & EU to start afresh & find a meeting ground on the issue: Sources on scope of Free Trade Agreement with EU during upcoming India-EU summit
— ANI (@ANI) July 13, 2020
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Sources state that the European Union- the apex body comprising of 27 member nations - is looking to diversify its supply chains from China, giving India an opportunity to expand its trade ties.
2: 47 IST, July 15th 2020
In a bid to strengthen India’s relations with the European Union (EU), Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be taking part in India-EU summit on July 15. While the world is battling COVID-19 pandemic, PM Modi showcased confidence that the meet at 4:30pm will further enhance the ties along with economic and cultural connections of the nation with 27-nation-bloc.
Will take part in the India-EU Summit at 4:30 PM today. I am confident this Summit will further strengthen our economic as well as cultural linkages with Europe.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 15, 2020
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Published July 15th, 2020 at 14:47 IST
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