EU-India Mega Deal Kicks Off in Delhi: 'Mother of All Trade Deals' Teased

• European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa arrived in Delhi for the EU-India mega deal.
• The 'Mother of All Trade Deals' is expected to be finalized, with a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signing on January 27.
• For the first time, EU leaders will attend India's Republic Day as chief guests, and an EU military contingent will march on Kartavya Path.
• The FTA will open a market of 2 billion people, benefiting Indian textiles, jewelry, and IT sectors with access to Europe.
• A Security and Defense Partnership (SDP) and a 'Mobility Pact' for Indian talent are also on the agenda.

Why It Matters: EU and India begin historic negotiations in Delhi for a massive trade, defense, and mobility partnership.