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Jean-Eric Paquet Takes Charge as EU Ambassador to India, Eyes Stronger Partnership
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News18•26-09-2026, 14:00
Jean-Eric Paquet Takes Charge as EU Ambassador to India, Eyes Stronger Partnership
- •Jean-Eric Paquet has assumed the role of EU Ambassador to India after presenting his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu, succeeding Herve Delphin.
- •Paquet emphasized a clear vision for collaboration, co-creation, and building on shared goals between the EU and India.
- •He highlighted ongoing efforts to finalize a Free Trade Agreement and an Investment Protection Agreement, alongside a security and defense partnership.
- •The ambassador noted that the partnership extends beyond trade and security, encompassing research, innovation, digital technologies, and clean technology, with India's potential association with Horizon Europe.
- •Paquet expressed his commitment to connecting policies with people, working with communities, entrepreneurs, businesses, students, and youth across India to achieve tangible outcomes.
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Jean-Eric Paquet has taken charge as the new Ambassador of the European Union to India after presenting his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu. He succeeds Herve Delphin, who previously served in the role.
Jean-Eric Paquet highlighted several key areas for cooperation, noting that the EU and India are about to sign a Free Trade Agreement and expect to establish an Investment Protection Agreement, alongside an ongoing security and defence partnership.
Beyond trade and security, Paquet emphasized potential cooperation in research, innovation, digital technologies, and clean technology, including the upcoming association of India to Horizon Europe.
