New Delhi, March 1 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the opening address at the Plenary Session with the President of the European Commission, marking a significant milestone in India-EU relations.

Welcoming the EU delegation, PM Modi emphasized the unprecedented nature of this engagement, noting that such a large-scale interaction between the EU College of Commissioners and a single country is a first. He recalled the EU's commitment to strengthening ties with India, as highlighted at the Raisina Dialogue in 2022, and called this visit a historic moment for both partners.

PM Modi underscored the rapid global transformations brought by AI, emerging technologies, and shifting geopolitical dynamics, stating that in such times, the...