Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk agreed on 22 October 2026 to work toward doubling India-Poland bilateral trade by 2030, as the two leaders held talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The Ministry of External Affairs described the meeting as “A new phase in the India-Poland Strategic Partnership.”
Tusk arrived in New Delhi on 21 October for a three-day visit that runs to 23 October. It is his second visit to India as Polish Prime Minister, after 2010. He is accompanied by Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domanski and a high-level business delegation.
What Did India and Poland Agree on Trade and Investment?
The joint statement set the target of doubling bilateral trade by 2030; the reports reviewed gave no current trade value. Both leaders called for early signing, ratification and timely implementation of the EU-India Free Trade Agreement. Modi invited Polish companies to invest in India, while Tusk praised Indian investment in Poland and cited Poland’s role as a gateway to Central and Eastern Europe. An India-Poland Business Forum was held in New Delhi on 22 October, with a second in Bengaluru on 23 October.
Which Sectors Will the Strategic Partnership Cover?
The leaders discussed cooperation in defence, critical minerals, green technologies and artificial intelligence. They agreed to resume the bilateral agriculture working group and to collaborate on research in AI, semiconductors and quantum technologies. On critical minerals, they highlighted cooperation in geology, mining, battery recycling and rare earth refining; an MoU on this is still under negotiation and has not been signed. They also noted prospects in shipping, maritime security and port networks, referencing the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), and welcomed exploring more direct flights.
What Does the Government Say?
The MEA said the partnership builds on the Strategic Partnership established in 2024. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a rules-based international order and to reform of global institutions, including the UN Security Council. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar called on Tusk earlier in the day.
Market and Trade Reaction
No market or trade-body reaction was reported at the time of writing. Most of the commitments are statements of intent rather than signed agreements, so their commercial impact will depend on follow-up negotiations.
What Happens Next?
Tusk travels to Bengaluru on 23 October to meet IT and space-sector stakeholders and attend the second business forum. Watch for progress on the critical minerals MoU, the EU-India FTA signing and any defence or aviation announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What trade target did India and Poland set?
The two countries agreed to work toward doubling bilateral trade by 2030.
Which areas of cooperation were discussed?
Defence, critical minerals, green technologies, AI, semiconductors, quantum technologies, agriculture, shipping and civil aviation were covered.
Was a critical minerals agreement signed?
No. An MoU on critical minerals is still under negotiation.
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