India, Poland Discuss Regional Rivalries Amid Tensions Over Terrorism
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski met in New Delhi on January 19, 2026, to address regional concerns, particularly regarding Pakistan and Russia. Jaishankar expressed India's expectation that Poland not support terrorism in the region, referencing Sikorski's recent visit to Pakistan. The ministers acknowledged shared concerns over terrorism but differed on India's participation in the Zapad-2025 military exercises in Russia, which Poland views as threatening. Trade relations have improved significantly, with bilateral trade increasing by 200% to $7 billion over the past decade. The meeting comes ahead of a major EU-India trade agreement and high-level visits from European leaders, including discussions on India's oil imports from Russia, which have drawn criticism from Poland.
Published 8 hours ago • 19 Jan 2026, 11:02 PM IST