Strengthening India-EU Relations for Sustainable Mobility Innovations
Synopsis
India and the EU are set to enhance their partnership, focusing on sustainable mobility systems through collaborative research and innovation. This initiative aims to create interoperable EV charging ecosystems, paving the way for a cleaner transportation future.
Key Takeaways
Enhanced India-EU collaboration in mobility systems Focus on research, innovation, and standards Development of interoperable EV charging ecosystems Strategic insights from industry experts Commitment to sustainable and clean mobility
New Delhi, March 18 (NationPress) Policymakers and industry specialists have underscored the significance of enhanced collaboration between India and the EU in areas such as research, innovation, standards, and testing to facilitate the shift towards sustainable and connected mobility systems, as detailed in a recent official statement.
The strategic partnership between India and the European Union is being strengthened under the India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC), where increasing cooperation in green and clean energy technologies is significantly contributing to sustainable mobility, resilient innovation ecosystems, and future-ready industrial collaborations.
As part of this initiative, the second India-EU Workshop on Electric Vehicle (EV) charging technologies took place at the Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Ispra, Italy, from March 15-17.
This workshop was collaboratively organized by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (OPSA) to the Government of India and the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (DG RTD) of the European Commission, in conjunction with JRC, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), and the EU Delegation to India.
The event convened policymakers, technical experts, standards organizations, testing and research institutions, and industry representatives from both India and the EU to discuss strategies for creating harmonized, interoperable, and future-ready EV charging ecosystems.
The agenda featured updates on policies and standards, strategic insights from the industry, technical discussions on megawatt charging systems, vehicle-to-grid integration, bidirectional charging, and wireless power transfer, complemented by tours of JRC’s EV and smart grid testing facilities.
Dr. Rakesh Kaur, Adviser/Scientist-‘G’ at OPSA, emphasized the critical role of India-EU cooperation in establishing trustworthy, interoperable, and future-ready charging ecosystems essential for a clean mobility transition.
Nienke Buisman, Head of Unit for International Cooperation at DG RTD EC, along with Dr. Christian Thiel, Head of Unit (Senior) at JRC, reiterated the necessity for deeper collaboration between India and the EU in research, innovation, standards, and testing to facilitate the transition towards sustainable and connected mobility systems.
Point of View
The deepening collaboration between India and the EU represents a significant step towards advancing sustainable mobility and innovation. This partnership not only enhances technological capabilities but also demonstrates a commitment to a cleaner environment and future-ready industrial practices.
NationPress
9 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the main focus of the recent India-EU workshop?
The workshop primarily focused on developing harmonized and interoperable electric vehicle charging ecosystems.
Who organized the India-EU workshop?
The workshop was jointly organized by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission.
Where did the India-EU workshop take place?
The workshop was held at the Joint Research Centre in Ispra, Italy.
What are the benefits of India-EU collaboration in mobility?
The collaboration aims to foster sustainable mobility, create resilient innovation ecosystems, and establish future-ready industrial partnerships.
What technologies were discussed at the workshop?
Topics included megawatt charging systems, vehicle-to-grid integration, bidirectional charging, and wireless power transfer.
