Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between EU and European Union from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

On the issue of the free trade agreement talks with the European Union being deferred, she said India was still awaiting a response from the EU on why they chose to act against the country’s pharmaceutical sector, which is world-renowned as suppliers of authentic but cheaper generic medicines.

Answer: operator