India Joins Weimar Triangle Dialogue

On 7th January 2026, External Affairs Minister participated in India’s first-ever engagement in the Weimar Triangle format, holding discussions with senior leaders from France, Germany, and Poland to deepen India–Europe cooperation.

Key Points:

Inaugural Engagement: India participated for the first time in the Weimar Triangle format, engaging with France, Germany, and Poland.
Key Discussion Areas: Talks focused on India–European Union relations, the Indo-Pacific region, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Depth of Dialogue: EAM described the discussions as short but deep and open, reflecting candid exchanges on strategic issues.
India–Europe Engagement: EAM noted that India’s expanding engagement with Europe, both through Brussels and bilateral partnerships, naturally supports smaller group formats like Weimar.
Role of Key Partners: EAM expressed confidence that France, Germany, and Poland would play an active role in taking India–Europe relations to the next level.
Global Context: The discussions were placed against the backdrop of a world facing geopolitical churn, including Indo-Pacific developments and Europe’s strategic challenges.
Multipolar World: Emphasising global volatility and uncertainty, EAM argued that the emerging multipolar order makes a strong case for closer collaboration among like-minded nations.