Modi, Tusk Back Ukraine Peace, Expand India-Poland Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s support for diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war during talks with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in New Delhi on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The two leaders also agreed to strengthen their strategic partnership, double bilateral trade by 2030 and expand cooperation in defence, nuclear energy and emerging technologies.
Modi and Tusk Call for Lasting Peace in Ukraine
During their bilateral discussions, Modi assured Tusk that India would continue supporting meaningful initiatives aimed at restoring peace in Ukraine and West Asia.
Both leaders expressed concern over the humanitarian consequences of the Ukraine war and its impact on global food and energy security, particularly in developing countries.
Their joint statement emphasised the need for a comprehensive and lasting settlement consistent with international law, the United Nations Charter and respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.
India and Poland Expand Defence Cooperation
Modi and Tusk agreed to establish new mechanisms for defence industrial collaboration, including opportunities for joint research, technology development and equipment manufacturing.
The two countries also discussed cooperation in space exploration, nuclear energy and critical minerals.
An India-Poland Startup Bridge was announced to encourage partnerships in artificial intelligence, information technology and emerging technologies.
Both governments also agreed to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation.
Poland Supports India’s UN Security Council Ambitions
Poland expressed support for India’s membership of an expanded and reformed United Nations Security Council, alongside its candidature for a non-permanent seat during 2028–2029.
The leaders condemned terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, and referred specifically to the April 2025 Pahalgam terrorist attack.
Modi also recalled Poland’s assistance in evacuating Indian students from Ukraine in 2022.
Tusk’s visit marks the first bilateral visit by a Polish Prime Minister to India in 16 years.
