Brussels, Sept. 17 -- The EU is proposing a new strategic agenda to raise bilateral relations with India to a higher level, a statement by the European Commission said.

The European Commission and the High Representative adopted a Joint Communication outlining a "New Strategic EU-India Agenda", marking a significant milestone in EU-India relations.

This initiative, announced by President Ursula von der Leyen in her Political Guidelines for 2024-2029, aims to deepen, broaden, and better coordinate bilateral cooperation, enhance prosperity and security for both partners, and help tackle major global challenges.

President Ursula von der Leyen said, "Now is the time to focus on reliable partners and double down on partnerships rooted in sh...