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India: Why China fears Delhi’s free trade deal with the EU

Right on schedule for the start of the EU-India summit, the European Commission and the Indian government have agreed on a free trade agreement. Beijing is on alert: economic losses, European resilience and India’s move up the value chain are all fueling China’s concerns.

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26. January 2026
Shortly before the conclusion of a free trade agreement: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Imago)

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Last updated: 26. January 2026