India and Germany strengthen ties with 27 agreements in New Delhi
Summary: India and Germany are strengthening their ties amid rising geopolitical tensions. During the 7th intergovernmental consultations in New Delhi, Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed 27 agreements covering areas like research, renewable energy, and defense.
Scholz emphasized the need to finalize a long-discussed free trade agreement with the European Union. Germany is also seeking to attract more skilled workers from India, particularly in IT and healthcare, as it faces a labor shortage.
The two countries plan to enhance military cooperation, with Germany offering to help modernize India's defense capabilities. This includes building six submarines for the Indian navy, reflecting a significant shift in Germany's approach to military exports.
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