India and Germany strengthen ties during Modi and Scholz talks in New Delhi
Summary: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met in New Delhi to strengthen ties between their countries. They signed agreements on defense, technology, clean energy, and skill development during Scholz's three-day visit.
Germany will increase skilled worker visas for Indians from 20,000 to 90,000. Scholz emphasized the need for a free trade agreement between India and the European Union and encouraged India to help persuade Russia to end the war in Ukraine.
Modi called for reforms in the United Nations Security Council, advocating for India's permanent membership. He also expressed concerns about China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting the potential for increased defense cooperation with Germany.
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