New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Thursday, October 22, to review India-Poland relations and explore opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
The talks focused on advancing the strategic partnership between the two countries, with particular attention to defence, space, nuclear energy, trade, investment and emerging technologies. The leaders also discussed regional and global issues of mutual interest.
Tusk is on an official visit to India from October 21 to 23 at the invitation of Prime Minister Modi. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral engagement and identify new opportunities for cooperation across economic, technological and strategic sectors.
Donald Tusk Pays Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat
Before meeting Prime Minister Modi, Tusk visited Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
He recalled Gandhi’s ideals of peace and non-violence, noting that they continue to inspire people around the world. His visit to the memorial formed part of his official engagements in New Delhi.
The visit also highlighted the continuing diplomatic engagement between India and Poland and their efforts to strengthen political and economic ties.
Polish Prime Minister Meets External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also met Donald Tusk on Thursday morning.
Following the meeting, Jaishankar shared a message on social media platform X, saying he was pleased to hear Tusk’s views on deepening cooperation between India and Poland across multiple sectors.
The discussions are part of wider efforts to expand engagement in trade, investment, defence, renewable energy, education, culture and people-to-people relations.
Defence, Space and Nuclear Energy in Focus
During their meeting, Modi and Tusk emphasised the need to strengthen cooperation in strategically important sectors, including defence, space and nuclear energy.
Poland has expressed interest in expanding industrial and defence cooperation with India, including opportunities for joint development and production of military equipment. Both countries are also exploring ways to deepen economic and technological partnerships.
Trade and investment remain important priorities, with business forums scheduled in New Delhi and Bengaluru during Tusk’s visit. These engagements are expected to provide opportunities for businesses from both countries to explore partnerships and investment prospects.
India and Poland Elevated Ties to a Strategic Partnership in 2024
India and Poland elevated their bilateral relationship to the level of a Strategic Partnership in August 2024, during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Poland.
At the time, both countries agreed to strengthen cooperation in areas including trade, defence, science, research, education, healthcare and cultural exchanges. A joint action plan for 2024–2028 was also outlined to advance the partnership.
The current visit provides an opportunity to build on those commitments, strengthen economic links and expand collaboration on regional and international issues.
Second Visit to India as Polish Prime Minister
This is Donald Tusk’s second visit to India in his capacity as Prime Minister of Poland. He previously visited India in 2010 during his earlier tenure as head of the Polish government.
In 2017, he also travelled to New Delhi to attend the India-European Union Summit in his capacity as President of the European Council.
During the current visit, Tusk is also scheduled to travel to Bengaluru for engagements with business representatives, including those from the information technology and space sectors. The visit is expected to provide further momentum to India-Poland economic and strategic cooperation.
