On this Special Report, the focus is on the landmark visit of European Union Chief Ursula von der Leyen to India. Arriving in the national capital for crucial trade talks, she and the EU Council President will attend the Republic Day parade as chief guests, a significant gesture in India-EU relations. The visit aims to finalize the ‘mother of all deals’, which Ursula von der Leyen noted ‘will create a market for 2 billion people or about one-fourth of the global GDP.’ The transcript outlines a major push for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to eliminate tariffs on over 90% of goods, potentially boosting trade in garments, pharmaceuticals, and IT services. Discussions will also cover strategic cooperation in technology, climate action, and security. Additionally, the report highlights praise from US aide Scott Besant regarding India’s trade compliance. This diplomatic engagement seeks to deepen economic integration, diversify supply chains, and increase bilateral trade, which currently stands at 136.53 billion US dollars.