India and Italy have strengthened their Special Strategic Partnership by expanding cooperation across maritime connectivity, trade, technology, investment, and infrastructure development. Both countries reaffirmed support for the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and signed major agreements aimed at improving global connectivity, supply chain resilience, and innovation-driven growth.
Key Highlights
- Strategic Partnership Upgrade: India and Italy elevated relations to a Special Strategic Partnership
- IMEC Commitment: Reaffirmed support for the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
- Maritime MoU Signed: Agreement on Maritime Transport and Ports cooperation
- Joint Working Group (JWG): Established to accelerate implementation and identify priority projects
- Trade & Investment Growth: Stronger focus on bilateral investments and economic cooperation
- India–EU FTA: Identified as a major opportunity to boost trade and business ties
- Technology Collaboration: Expanded discussions on AI, digital infrastructure, science, and innovation
- Emerging Sectors: Cooperation in critical minerals, clean energy, space technology, and civil nuclear sectors
- Maritime Infrastructure: Focus on port modernization, logistics, and shipping connectivity
- Supply Chain Resilience: Shared vision for diversified and efficient global trade networks
- Advanced Manufacturing: Increased collaboration in industrial growth and innovation ecosystems
- People-to-People Ties: Focus on education, cultural exchanges, and stronger bilateral relations
- Future Connectivity Goal: Develop secure and sustainable transport ecosystems supporting IMEC
- Long-Term Vision: Strengthen global competitiveness, innovation, and strategic economic cooperation












