The European Union wants to boost domestic sectors like cars and defence by forcing companies to buy European if they want public money
Why is Poland seeking a closer partnership with India? Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s visit to India highlighted growing cooperation in trade, technology, defence, critical minerals, renewable energy and geopolitical coordination. With India and the European Union preparing to finalise a landmark Free Trade Agreement, Poland is positioning itself as a key European partner for New Delhi. This editorial explores what both countries stand to gain, the challenges that remain, and why the India-Poland relationship could become increasingly important in Europe’s engagement with India.
Canada announced it is exploring a closer partnership with the European Union without seeking full membership, focusing on sectors such as energy, AI and defence. Prime Minister Mark Carney said the move aims to diversify ties as trade tensions with the United States rise.
At the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, member states adopted a declaration stating that fossil fuels will remain a key part of the world’s energy mix, particularly for developing economies, and denounced the European Union’s carbon‑border adjustment mechanism. The text also urged richer nations to provide predictable finance and technology to help the Global South adapt to climate impacts and manage disaster risks.
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