About Us
The EU–India Watch
The EU–India Watch is an independent strategic platform and knowledge hub dedicated to the evolving corridor between the European Union and India. We provide data-backed analysis, real-time policy tracking, and a space for grounded discourse. By interrogating the socio-political, ecological, and digital dimensions of this partnership, we transform complex developments into actionable insights for decision-makers.
The rationale
Why we do it
The EU–India relationship is one of the most influential yet under-articulated partnerships shaping the global landscape. While the EU offers a mature, stable economic framework and India represents one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies, a significant gap exists in accessible, evidence-led communication between the two. We bridge this gap, replacing surface-level commentary with technical rigor to support better-informed decisions on cross-border cooperation.
The vision
Strategic monitoring
with staying power
Our vision is to serve as the definitive Strategic Monitor of EU–India relations. We aim to see beyond headlines, detect signals before they become trends, and turn strategic insights into lasting cooperation. Through our research, recommendations, and advocacy, we amplify voices that strengthen the EU–India relationship.
People
The founders
The EU–India Watch is led by policy professionals with deep roots in both European and Indian ecosystems, specialising in the intersection of governance, finance, and international cooperation.
Sanyam Bajaj
Part of the EU-India Young Leaders Programme 25-26, commissioned by the European Commission. Policy and communications consultant with 8+ years across South Asia, Europe, and East Africa. Experience spanning international relations, digital public infrastructure (DPI), and triangular cooperation; has supported partners including the European Commission and the African Union in complex regulatory environments.
Aastha Narang
Specialist in sustainable finance and green markets with 7+ years’ experience. Ronald Coase Fellow at the Mercatus Center and MPP candidate at the Hertie School; previously led strategy for large-scale social impact funds and managed policy communications for Indian parliamentary offices.
Ashutosh Patki
Geopolitical and political economy analyst working at the intersection of global markets, national security, and international diplomacy. With experience spanning prime-time business journalism, government advisory, and Indo-German policy engagement, his work focuses on geoeconomics, strategic investments, and emerging global risks.