The India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership highlights bilateral cooperation addressing climate change, fostering economic and cultural ties, overcoming trade imbalances, scaling green initiatives, and aligning on multilateral platforms, showcasing a shared vision for a sustainable, inclusive, and peaceful future.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, reaffirming their support for the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership.
Origin: It was established during the 2020 Virtual Summit between India and Denmark, to promote sustainable development and global cooperation.
Objectives: Extend political and economic ties, promote green growth, create jobs, and support implementation of the Paris Agreement and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Structure: Builds on the existing Joint Commission for Cooperation and joint working groups, ensuring structured dialogue.
Key Focus Areas
Established in 1949, evolved from diplomatic ties to a strategic partnership. Relations elevated to Green Strategic Partnership, emphasizing sustainability and innovation.
Economic Partner: Bilateral trade grew to $5.3 billion (2023).
Climate Leadership: Denmark’s global lead in renewable energy sources (collectively produce over 80% of Denmark's electricity generation), could support India’s 500 GW non-fossil target by 2030.
Geopolitical Ally: As an EU member, Denmark facilitates India’s engagement with Europe, especially via the India-EU FTA and Denmark’s 2025 EU Council Presidency.
Trade Imbalance: India’s exports (textiles, metals) face competition in EU markets, while Danish high-tech goods dominate bilateral trade, limiting diversification.
Scale of Cooperation: Limited Danish investment in India ($1.30 Billion FDI, 2000-2024).
Geopolitical Sensitivities: Denmark’s NATO membership and India’s non-aligned stance create occasional friction, especially on issues like Ukraine.
Implementation Gaps: Proposed initiatives like energy parks and skill institutes face delays due to bureaucratic and funding challenges.
Climate Technology Costs: High-end Danish solutions (e.g., wind turbines) are capital-intensive, straining India’s budget for scaling renewables.
Accelerating Green Projects: Fast-track energy parks and skill institutes with clear timelines and PPP funding models.
Trade Diversification: Promote Indian IT, pharmaceuticals, and green tech exports to Denmark; leverage India-EU FTA for market access.
Climate Collaboration: Expand International Solar Alliance (ISA) partnerships for affordable tech transfers; co-develop low-cost solutions for stubble burning and water management.
Multilateral Advocacy: Align in WTO, Arctic Council, and UNFCCC COP forums to push for climate finance and a rules-based order.
Cultural and Educational Ties: Increase student exchanges and joint research in renewables and IP via institutions like IITs and Danish Technical University.
Ukraine Diplomacy: Jointly advocate for peace through UN platforms, reinforcing shared values of stability.
The India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership fosters climate action, economic ties, and multilateral cooperation, reflecting a shared vision for a sustainable, inclusive, and peaceful future.
Source: NEWSONAIR
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Analyze the role of India’s strategic partnerships with European countries in achieving its renewable energy targets. 150 words |
The objective is to create a mutually beneficial framework to advance political, economic, and green growth cooperation.
It was formally established on September 28, 2020, during a virtual summit.
Denmark is a Nordic country in Northern Europe, consisting of the Jutland Peninsula and over 400 islands, bordering Germany to the south.
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