Keywords
Global Governance
Sustainable Cooperation
Strategic Partnership
Climate Diplomacy
Multilateralism
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Abstract
The relationship between the European Union (EU) and India has evolved significantly in the 21st century, moving from a primarily trade-oriented partnership to a multifaceted strategic engagement that includes climate change, digital governance, and global security. Both actors, as major democracies and advocates of multilateralism, share a commitment to upholding the principles of sustainable development and rules-based global governance. However, divergences in priorities, institutional asymmetries, and differing strategic outlooks have constrained deeper cooperation. This paper explores the evolving trajectory of EU–India relations within the broader context of global governance, emphasising areas of convergence such as climate diplomacy, green technology, and digital transformation. Through an analysis of key policy frameworks, including the EU–India Strategic Partnership Roadmap 2025, the study highlights the potential for building a more resilient, sustainable, and equitable partnership. The findings suggest that mutual recognition of each other’s strategic autonomy and enhanced policy coordination are essential for transforming EU–India relations into an effective pillar of 21st-century global governance.
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