New Delhi: Poland is actively seeking new trade partnerships in response to rising tariffs in parts of the global market, with India emerging as a key country willing to engage, Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said during his visit to New Delhi.
Highlighting the broader economic context, Sikorski noted that Poland is looking beyond traditional markets as trade barriers increase elsewhere. He stressed the importance of reinforcing global confidence in free trade and said India’s openness to dialogue made it a natural partner in this effort. According to him, strengthening economic ties between India and Poland would also reinforce cooperation between India and the European Union as a whole.
The remarks come at a time when the European Union has faced higher import tariffs from some regions, prompting member states to diversify trade relationships. Against this backdrop, Sikorski underlined the strong potential of India EU economic collaboration, describing the EU as a stable and predictable single market that offers long term certainty to its partners.
He pointed out that while certain industries remain sensitive, many sectors, including agriculture, are largely compatible between India and the EU. The institutional framework of the EU, with its checks and balances involving member states, the European Parliament, and the European Commission, was described as a strength that enhances investor confidence and trade stability.
Sikorski expressed optimism that the ongoing negotiations between India and the European Union on a Free Trade Agreement would conclude successfully. The agreement is expected to deliver mutual benefits by improving market access, boosting investment flows, and strengthening supply chains. The final phase of negotiations is underway, with expectations that the process will move forward during the upcoming EU India summit later this month.
Beyond trade, discussions during the visit also covered regional and global security issues. Sikorski said both countries shared a firm stance against violations of international borders and strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms. He acknowledged that both India and Poland have suffered from transnational terrorism and emphasised the need for coordinated global efforts to counter such threats.
The visit underscored a growing convergence between India and Poland on economic cooperation, security concerns, and the shared belief in open and rules based international trade.
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