What is the current state of relations between the European Union and India, and what does New Delhi expect from future partnerships with Brussels?In this episode of The Indo-Pacific Playbook, we delve into the evolving India-EU relationship with our guests: Her Excellency Ambassador Vani Rao and Professor Swasti Rao. Together, we explore the key areas of cooperation—including defense, security, connectivity, and trade—and discuss the potential trajectories of this strategic partnership, as well as the roles that the EU and Italy may play in the Indo-Pacific.
Conceived, written and produced by Tiziano Marino - CeSI Head of Asia and Pacific Desk and Elisa Querini - CeSI Junior Fellow of Asia and Pacific Desk. Visuals and social content by Elisabetta Minunno - Head of Media & Communication Office.
The audio clips featured in this episode are taken from: EU-India Partnership: Commission President von der Leyen and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, YouTube channel - European Commission, 28 February 2025; President Xi Jinping delivers 2025 New Year Address, YouTube channel - CGTN, 01 January 2025; India will be the third largest economy soon, says PM Modi, YouTube channel - The Economic Times, 23 June 2023; India-Europe Corridor To Strengthen Trade, Connectivity: European Commission President Ursula Von, YouTube channel - Business Today, 28 February 2025.
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INDO-PACIFIC PLAYBOOK 
A new podcast to explore the Indo-Pacific, a key arena of global strategic competition.
Featuring insights from regional experts and diplomats, the podcast will unpack the dynamics shaping the region and Europe’s role in it.