Modi and Scholz: Strengthening Strategic Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, aiming to strengthen strategic ties. The meeting at Modi's residence focused on defense, trade, and clean energy collaboration. They discussed future cooperation in the economy, investment, technology, and talent mobility.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in discussions with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday, with a focus on enhancing bilateral strategic relations. The leaders met at Modi's official residence, exploring key areas of cooperation in defense, trade, and clean energy.

Modi extended a warm welcome to Chancellor Scholz, emphasizing the importance of the India-Germany friendship. In a statement posted on social media, Modi expressed his enthusiasm for the meeting and highlighted the countries' strong history of developmental collaboration.

According to External Affairs Ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal, both leaders agreed to sustain the momentum in relations. They addressed opportunities in economy, investment, technology, security, defense, and talent mobility. Scholz's visit included attending the 18th Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business in Delhi.

(With inputs from agencies.)