Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Germany partnered with India by signing 19 strategic agreements aimed at expanding cooperation across defence manufacturing, advanced technology, semiconductors, critical minerals, and trade. These agreements were finalized following high-level discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The partnership focuses on co-development and co-production in defence, strengthening supply chains, and boosting innovation-led economic growth. Additional areas include digitalisation, telecommunications, health, and the bio-economy. The collaboration also reflects deepening trust between the two nations, supported by strong trade ties, growing industrial presence, and enhanced people-to-people mobility.