Pretzels & Politics

Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom, Europe

Pretzels & Politics: a lunchtime format that puts conversation first, not presentations.

Friedrich Naumann Foundation Europe

Against this backdrop, join us for our discussion in Brussels on 21 April 2026. Together with policymakers, parliamentarians, experts, and media representatives, we will explore the evolving global landscape, India’s strategic outlook, and opportunities for strengthened Europe–India and Germany–India cooperation.Key speakers:<ul><li>Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann (MEP, Renew Europe, FDP; Renew shadow rapporteur for India, Committee on Foreign Affairs)</li><li>Sujeet Kumar (Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, India)</li></ul>Bringing perspectives from both the European Parliament and India’s legislature, they will share insights on strengthening democratic partnerships in an increasingly contested geopolitical environment.The discussion will also draw on insights from the recent analysis “Navigating India’s Role: Perspectives on Security, Geopolitics and Trade,” conducted by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom’s India office in cooperation with the Kalinga Kusum Foundation and Rajneethi. The study highlights how Indian elites perceive geopolitics, security dynamics, and global partnerships.

Agenda

Doors open — Pretzels, Drinks & Networking 

Presentation of Analysis by FNF India

India, Germany and Europe: Partners in a Changing World Order

Closing & informal Networking

End of the Event 

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