India and EU deepen clean energy and tech ties ahead of free trade agreement

India and the European Union are expanding cooperation on trade, investment, and technology, with a focus on semiconductors, quantum computing, and clean energy. The seventh Strategic Partnership Review Meeting in New Delhi set the stage for a proposed free trade agreement that could create a market of two billion people. Both sides also discussed strengthening supply chains and economic security through the Trade and Technology Council and the Blue Valleys initiative. Clean energy and climate resilience are part of the agenda, including trilateral projects under the Global Gateway and the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor. The EU and India also agreed to work on ship recycling standards and digital public infrastructure. While the article is short on specific commitments, the mention of Horizon Europe association and clean technology cooperation suggests real potential for research and investment in green sectors.