During the visit of Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel to New Delhi, India and the Netherlands established a Joint Trade and Investment Committee (JTIC) and signed several key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing cooperation in strategic sectors, including semiconductors, digital technologies, and cybersecurity. The JTIC will facilitate trade, promote mutual investments, and address barriers to commerce, meeting annually to streamline processes and support small and medium enterprises. High-level discussions also covered defence collaboration, reaffirming commitments to joint exercises and technology transfers, reflecting India’s broader push for indigenisation in its military capabilities. These developments are set against the backdrop of the ongoing negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the EU, which has reached a critical stage, with the Netherlands playing a pivotal role. The dialogues also touched upon significant geopolitical matters, including the Ukraine conflict and regional tensions, with both nations condemning terrorism and advocating for stronger international cooperation. Overall, this visit underscores the evolving and multifaceted strategic partnership between India and the Netherlands, promising mutual benefits in an increasingly interconnected global landscape.