PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz Hold Bilateral Talks on Trade and Defence
The leaders backed deeper cooperation in trade, defence and technology, while India and the European Union also concluded free trade talks, officials said.
- On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held talks at the G7 Summit in Evian, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the India-Germany Strategic Partnership across trade, defence, and technology.
- As India and Germany celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties, the leaders welcomed the signing of the Defence Industrial Cooperation Roadmap and ongoing negotiations for a €5 billion stealth submarine deal.
- The leaders also exchanged views on West Asia and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, welcoming the U.S.-Iran understanding to end the West Asia conflict while noting the conclusion of free trade negotiations with the European Union.
- Modi also held a separate bilateral meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung in Evian, discussing high-tech fields and commerce following President Lee's visit to India two months ago.
- "We also talked about how we can strengthen the cultural relations between our countries," Modi said on social media, emphasizing joint efforts in the circular economy and IT to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
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German Chancellor Merz Hold Bilateral Talks On Trade And Defence
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 summit, focusing on boosting trade, investments and defence ties, including a major stealth submarine deal, while reviewing the India-Germany Strategic Partnership and progress on an India-EU free trade agreement.
G7 Summit: PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz hold bilateral talks
During the G7 summit in France, the Indian Prime Minister held strategic discussions with the German Chancellor, focusing on expanding partnerships in technological cooperation, artificial intelligence, and clean energy. The diplomatic engagements highlight a significant pivot towards Europe, marked by the Indian leader's sixth visit to the continent this year. Key discussions include major defence agreements, featuring a submarine deal with Ger…
PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz Review Strategic Partnership At G7 Summit
During the talks, the two leaders reviewed progress in ongoing bilateral initiatives and expressed satisfaction over the renewed momentum in relations following Chancellor Merz's recent visit to India.
Times of India
The Economic TimesPM Modi holds 'very fruitful' meeting with German Chancellor Merz at G7, discuss trade, defence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the G7 Summit. They reviewed the India-Germany Strategic Partnership and expressed satisfaction with bilateral ties. Discussions covered trade, investment, defense, and sustainable development. A Defence Industrial Cooperation Roadmap was signed. Both leaders also exchanged views on global developments.
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