German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is on his first official India visit and first Asia trip as Chancellor. PM Modi and Merz held talks in Gujarat, finalised a higher education roadmap, invited German universities to open campuses in India, discussed trade and tech ties, and signed MoUs.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India and Germany, both nations, decided to transform their economic partnership into a "limitless" collaboration, extending deeper cooperation into strategic sectors.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'International Kite Festival (IKF) 2026' at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad, with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest. The two leaders inaugurated the festival by flying kites, symbolising the strong d
The envisaged technical workstreams focus on enabling a structured and safe transition towards hydrogen integration in gas networks, while ensuring alignment with international best practices and Indian operating conditions. A key element is access to relevant DVGW technical rules, test p
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday said that concluding the negotiation of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union is essential to unlocking the full potential of India-Germany economic relations, while describing India as a "desired partner" and a "par
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday shared a car ride following their engagements in Gujarat, reflecting the warm and friendly ties between the two leaders and the growing partnership between India and Germany.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday invited German universities to establish campuses in India as part of a comprehensive roadmap on higher education development between India and Germany during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's official visit to the country.
While addressing a joint press conference after the meeting, PM Modi said, "Our bilateral trade has reached its highest level ever, surpassing the 50 billion dollar mark. More than 2,000 German companies have a long-standing presence in India. This reflects their unwavering confidence in Ind
"Sabarmati Ashram stands as a powerful reminder of Mahatma Gandhi's ideals which have given strength to countless people around the world. In Ahmedabad this morning, went to Sabarmati Ashram with the Chancellor of Germany, Mr. Friedrich Merz," the post read.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday emphasised the importance of close economic cooperation between India and Germany, stating that such collaboration is vital not only for the two nations but for humanity as a whole.
"Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Bhai Modi and the Chancellor of Germany Shri Friedrich Merz had visited the historic Sabarmati Gandhi Ashram in Ahmedabad and paid heartfelt tributes to Mahatma Gandhiji. The distinguished dignitaries had also observed the process of spinning the ch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad as part of the latter's first official visit to India.