India and the European Union have decided to fight jointly the menace of terrorism.In a joint declaration, adopted at the 11th India-EU summit in Brussels, India and the 27-country bloc condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. They also denounced those who sponsor, abet and instigate terrorism and provide terrorists safe heaven. They underlined that cooperation in combating international terrorism including, cross border terrorism, one of the key priorities of India-EU strategic partnership.Addressing a joint press conference along with President of the European Council Herman Van Rompuy and President of the European Commission Jose Manuel Barroso after the summit, the Prime Minister highlighted the issue.India and the EU have also decided to redouble efforts for an early bilateral trade and investment agreement. Dr. Singh said a balanced agreement would bring enormous benefits to both the sides and the interests of small farmers and shopkeepers in India would be protected.