India and Poland have pledged to double their bilateral trade by 2030 while expanding collaboration across defense, artificial intelligence, and critical minerals. The commitments were made during talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in New Delhi on Wednesday.
The discussions at Hyderabad House encompassed a range of issues, including trade, investment, technology, energy, education, and regional security, reflecting the intent to deepen ties between India and one of Central Europe’s prominent economies. The meeting also reinforced the India-Poland Strategic Partnership, which was formalized in 2024.
Central to the dialogue was a mutual commitment to expand commerce, with both sides advocating for the swift conclusion and ratification of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement. Modi encouraged Polish firms to increase their presence in India, citing the country’s large domestic market, skilled workforce, and growing manufacturing base. Tusk, meanwhile, highlighted Poland’s potential to serve as a gateway for Indian companies seeking to access Central and Eastern Europe. The leaders also urged businesses to pursue partnerships in sectors such as industrial machinery, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, mining, energy, and information technology.
Beyond trade, the two prime ministers identified defense, emerging technologies, and critical minerals as key areas for cooperation. They agreed to promote joint research in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and quantum technologies, fostering connections among startups, universities, and research centers. Both governments are also exploring collaboration in mining, refining rare earth elements, and battery recycling, with a memorandum of understanding on geology, mining, and critical minerals currently under negotiation. They further discussed opportunities for cooperation in the space sector and prospects for closer ties between relevant industries and institutions.
In a joint statement, Modi and Tusk condemned terrorism in all forms, including cross-border attacks. They specifically referenced the April 22, 2025, terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, and called for the elimination of terrorist safe havens, disruption of financing networks, and stronger implementation of United Nations sanctions against individuals and groups linked to terrorism. Both countries committed to maintaining counter-terrorism dialogue and expressed support for the early adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism.
On the international stage, Poland reaffirmed its support for India’s bid for a permanent seat on an expanded United Nations Security Council and backed New Delhi’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat for 2028-29. Both leaders called for reforms to enhance the Council’s representativeness and effectiveness.
The two countries also addressed Indo-Pacific issues, expressing support for a free, open, and peaceful region, freedom of navigation, and peaceful resolution of maritime disputes. India invited Poland to join the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and discussed cooperation in maritime security, shipping, and ports, including opportunities linked to the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor. The leaders welcomed the prospect of increased direct air connectivity and urged their respective civil aviation authorities to engage in discussions.
Prime Minister Tusk arrived in India accompanied by Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domanski and a delegation of business leaders. This marks Tusk’s second official visit to India since assuming office. Further business engagements are scheduled in Bengaluru following the New Delhi talks.