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Originally Posted by 1andrew1

It's a bit clearer now why in the midst of a pandemic, Boris was keen to fly to India. Just Google "EU and India plan global infrastructure deal" or go to https://www.ft.com/content/2e612c38-...7-78e11ab1c697

Not at all clear on the paywall! But perhaps clearer from the horse's mouth, an EU statement from 3 years ago: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/legis...ategy-on-india

... from which I select this quote:

Build on common values: promoting common global agendas on human rights and democracy, gender equality and women's empowerment; enhancing practical cooperation with and outreach to stakeholders, including the civil society; work together in third countries to help consolidate democratic processes; coordinate on humanitarian and disaster relief operations, as well as on food security.