India-EU

INDIA’S ENGAGEMENT WITH WEST: EVOLUTION, CHALLENGES AND WAY FORWARD

India's foreign policy evolved from Cold War non-alignment to multi-alignment with the West. Economic ties (US trade $146B, EU €115B), strategic alignment (Quad, defense deals), and democratic values drive this. Challenges include Russian oil purchases, trade disputes (US tariffs), and domestic policy critiques. Deepening economic ties and direct dialogue are key for future collaboration.