International RelationsSkim2026-01-26

EU Leaders as Chief Guests for 77th Republic Day

What Happened

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa attended India's 77th Republic Day as chief guests. This was the first time the European Union's joint top leadership was invited for the event in New Delhi.

Why It Matters

The joint invitation signals a strategic upgrade in India-EU ties, focusing on trade, technology, and a shared vision for a multipolar world order.

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