🌍 Europe’s strategic rethink is India’s window of opportunity

Dr Shashi Tharoor’s latest column makes one thing clear: as long‑comfortable alliances wobble, both India and Europe must walk in step to steady the global order.

Why the urgency?

The post‑war security umbrella is fraying; Europe is being nudged to arm and act for itself.

Washington’s turn toward transactional “America‑first” diplomacy and a Pacific focus leaves European capitals searching for new, reliable partners.

Where does India fit?

🔹 Complementary strengths – Europe’s industrial hardware prowess meets India’s software and digital talent.

🔹 Shared values – democracy, rule‑of‑law and a rules‑based international system.

🔹 Mutual goals – a genuinely multipolar world where middle powers shape – not endure – the agenda.

Real momentum is building

EU‑India free trade talks are inching toward the finish line.

Defence and deep‑tech collaboration (from semiconductors to AI) is accelerating.

Indian talent can help plug Europe’s skills gap, while European green tech can power India’s energy transition.

But let’s not gloss over the thorns

The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism risks looking like carbon protectionism, and lingering misperceptions about Indian democracy and security challenges can still cloud public opinion on both sides.

The bottom line: If New Delhi and Brussels convert today’s “green shoots” into lasting policy, they can co‑author a playbook for resilient, inclusive growth – and prove that strategic autonomy and strong partnerships aren’t mutually exclusive.

What breakthroughs do you want to see next in the India‑EU corridor? Share your thoughts below. 👇

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