India and Italy have agreed to deepen cooperation in aerospace, agriculture, and energy transition, including forming joint working groups and exploring skilled workforce mobility. The agreement also aligns with the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) initiative.
India and Italy have agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation across strategic and emerging sectors including aerospace, energy transition, and agriculture, the Indian government confirmed in a statement.
The announcement follows discussions aimed at aligning both countries’ capabilities and policy frameworks to foster innovation and sustainable development. Joint working groups are set to be established in key industries such as automobiles and space technologies.
According to the Government of India, the collaboration will also explore new initiatives in sustainable agriculture and renewable energy, reflecting a shared vision for a greener future. The partnership includes facilitating the movement of skilled professionals between India and Italy, enabling talent mobility and knowledge exchange.
This enhanced cooperation is also expected to play a significant role in the success of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) — a major infrastructure initiative focused on boosting global trade and connectivity.
The Indian side highlighted that the renewed relationship with Italy opens avenues for technological advancement, research collaboration, and economic development in both countries. The initiative is also seen as a way to bolster India’s ambitions in green energy and space innovation, in line with its national development goals.
Italy has consistently supported EU-India cooperation and sees the partnership as mutually beneficial in the context of global geopolitical shifts and sustainable growth.
For more details, the full announcement can be read on the Ministry of External Affairs – India and Government of Italy – Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
