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Civil Society Dialogue on trade relations with India

The purpose of this meeting is to inform and discuss with civil society recent developments in the EU’s trade relations and negotiations with India, and to exchange views on the EU’s trade policy with India.

  • Partner meetings
  • Date: 10/04/2025, 14:30–16:30
  • Location: WEBEX

Meeting details

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At this meeting, the European Commission will present and discuss with civil society recent developments in the EU’s trade relations with India, and notably the state-of-play of negotiations for a free trade agreement with India. The meeting offers an opportunity for an exchange of views with civil society organisations on the EU’s trade policy with India and its future. 

Speakers

Lead speaker

  • Head of Unit and Chief Negotiator for India, Directorate-General for Trade, European Commission

Moderator

  • Civil Society Coordination - Transparency, Civil society and Communication Unit, Directorate-General for Trade, European Commission

Agenda

  1. Introduction.
  2. Update on trade relations and free trade agreement negotiations with India.
  3. Open discussion with stakeholders.

The meeting will take place via WEBEX. Webex access code and password will be sent to registered participants. We would be grateful if participants could launch their WEBEX connection at least 30 minutes in advance of the meeting so that any technical problems can be arranged in time before the meeting.

  • trade relations | international trade
  • Thursday 10 April 2025, 14:30 - 16:30 (CEST)
  • Online only
  • Live streaming available
Country or region
  • India
Trade topics
  • Negotiations and agreements
Event type

Practical information

When
Thursday 10 April 2025, 14:30 - 16:30 (CEST)
Where
Online only
Who should attend
Interested stakeholders
Languages
English
Organisers
Directorate-General for Trade and Economic Security
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