Kallas says the EU should take a more practical stance when negotiating with India and other countries.

• EU’s top foreign policy and security official, Kaja Kallas, has emphasized a shift in dialogue postures, focusing on pragmatism, transactionalism, and mutual benefit.

• Kallas’ remarks will inform discussions with New Delhi later this month.

• She argues that countries are guided by self-interest, not by alliances with the EU, the U.S., China, or Russia.

• Kallas calls for more “mutually beneficial” projects with partners, citing recent trade deals with Mexico and ‘Mercusor’.

• She believes the EU will adopt a tailor-made approach to its partners, considering each country’s unique cultural and historical background.

• India has previously criticized the EU for its double standards, citing its own Russian oil and gas purchase policies.