India and Poland Advance Strategic Dialogue at 11th Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi

India and Poland strengthened their ongoing diplomatic engagement during the 11th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held in New Delhi, co-chaired by Secretary (West) Shri Sibi George and H.E. Mr. Władysław T. Bartoszewski, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of Poland.

The consultations provided an important platform for both sides to review the entire gamut of bilateral relations and chart new directions in political, economic, and security cooperation. The meeting underscored the growing convergence between India and Poland at a time when geopolitical shifts in Europe and Asia are reshaping global diplomatic and economic priorities.

During the talks, the two delegations undertook a detailed assessment of ongoing initiatives across trade, investment, defence cooperation, education, and cultural exchanges. The discussions reflected the shared ambition to diversify economic engagement, particularly by promoting investment flows and expanding market access for key industries. Both sides also emphasised the importance of strengthening supply chain resilience, technology partnerships, and collaboration in emerging sectors.

Regional and global developments featured prominently in the consultations, with India and Poland exchanging views on security challenges in Europe, the Indo-Pacific, and multilateral platforms. The discussions reaffirmed the commitment of both countries to international law, stability, and cooperative solutions to global security concerns.

The meeting highlighted the positive trajectory of India–Poland relations, reinforced by expanding people-to-people linkages and growing academic and technological partnerships. Both sides agreed to maintain close diplomatic engagement and accelerate follow-up actions identified during the consultations.

The successful conclusion of the 11th FOC signals growing strategic comfort between New Delhi and Warsaw. As both countries navigate an increasingly complex global environment, the consultations reaffirmed a mutual desire to strengthen cooperation, expand dialogue, and build a more resilient and future-oriented partnership.