In a strategic virtual dialogue, India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal convened with Greece’s Deputy Foreign Minister Harry Theoharis to explore avenues for expanded cooperation. The Friday meeting delved into opportunities in trade, investments, tourism promotion, and improved sea links.
Goyal, posting on X, emphasized the value India attaches to its evolving relationship with Greece. He expressed eagerness to elevate this partnership to new heights in the coming years.
The conversation follows the recent February rendezvous between PM Narendra Modi and PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis during the AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi. Their discussions encompassed a broad spectrum: from defense and security to cultural exchanges and AI innovations, alongside core economic pillars like trade and tourism.
Connectivity emerged as a cornerstone, with special attention to the ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). Officials anticipate the India-Europe FTA to materialize soon, promising economic gains, youth employment, and smoother trade flows.
IMEC’s dual structure—the Eastern arm tying India to the Gulf and the Northern one bridging to Europe—aims to streamline logistics, cut expenses, fortify supply chains, and spur job creation. This project stands to knit Asia, the Middle East, and Europe into a cohesive economic fabric.
These developments reflect India’s outward-looking foreign policy, positioning the nation as a pivotal player in global trade networks while nurturing strategic alliances with European partners like Greece.