Greece Backs India-EU Free Trade Accord Amid Strengthening Ties

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discussed deepening relations with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Greece supports a swift conclusion to the India-EU free trade agreement. The two leaders celebrated bilateral ties, focusing on trade, investment, and defense. The upcoming AI Impact Summit hosted by India was also highlighted.

In a recent dialogue, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis assured Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi of Greece's support for an expedited India-EU free trade agreement. This pivotal trade agreement was a central topic during their phone conversation.

The two leaders also appraised the current status of India-Greece bilateral relations, emphasizing collaboration in trade, investment, and defense sectors. Both expressed enthusiasm for further strengthening the strategic partnership between their nations.

The conversation coincided with the ongoing negotiations for the trade agreement, highlighting the European Union's role as India's biggest trading partner. The dialogue also underscored mutual goodwill, including a personal gesture of birthday wishes from Mitsotakis to Modi.

(With inputs from agencies.)