PM Modi’s Multilingual Masterstroke: How India’s EU Trade Deal Reached 27 Countries

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has leveraged the power of social media to transform the recent India-European Union trade deal into a cultural and diplomatic milestone. After the historic agreement, PM Modi posted updates in 24 different languages, reaching millions across 27 EU member countries, a move that geopolitical experts are calling a “multilingual masterstroke.”

Turning a Trade Deal into a Cultural Handshake

The trade deal, dubbed the “Mother of All Deals”, comes amid shifting U.S. policies that have created global economic uncertainties. According to experts, Modi’s multilingual outreach ensured that the agreement resonated not only as an economic document but also as a human and cultural connection, turning a formal Free Trade Agreement (FTA) into a message of inclusivity and engagement.

Professor Marios, a geopolitical analyst, remarked, “By embracing linguistic diversity, the Prime Minister ensured that the FTA was perceived as more than just a technical agreement; it became a personal and cultural handshake with the citizens of Europe.”

Strategic Significance Amid U.S. Pressure

The EU trade deal holds extra significance due to U.S. economic pressure. While India has faced tariffs of up to 50%, the U.S. has also pushed for unilateral trade advantages. Europe, grappling with challenges from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Greenland acquisitions and other policy pressures, finds India’s engagement timely and strategic.

Thanking 27 Countries Individually

The deal, finalized on January 27 after two decades of negotiations, also highlights India’s growing diplomatic activism in Europe. PM Modi extended personalized thanks to each of the 27 EU nations in their native languages, signaling India’s commitment to bilateral collaboration and global engagement.

Experts see this as a strategic soft-power play, using social media and multilingual communication to amplify India’s economic and cultural footprint across Europe, even amidst global uncertainties.