Modi and Stubb Discuss Ukraine, EU Relations, and Economic Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finnish President Alexander Stubb held a telephone conversation to address the situation in Ukraine and discuss enhancing India’s relationship with the EU. The leaders focused on expanding cooperation in areas such as trade, technology, and sustainability, while also sharing perspectives on ongoing efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution to the conflict. President Stubb emphasized the shared objective of a just and lasting solution to the war, recognizing India’s influential role in global affairs. They also acknowledged the importance of further deepening relations between India and the EU. This discussion is taking place as India increases its economic engagement with European partners, highlighted by the upcoming implementation of a Free Trade Agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which is expected to boost trade and investment, and create new employment opportunities.