India-Germany Strengthen Ties: Visa Increase, Green Hydrogen Roadmap, and Strategic Partnerships
Key Ideas
- Germany decided to increase visas for skilled Indians from 20,000 to 90,000 per year, boosting economic growth.
- India and Germany signed pacts on mutual legal assistance and approved a roadmap on green hydrogen.
- Leaders discussed conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia, emphasizing the need for peace and stability.
- The strengthening of defence and security partnerships was highlighted, with the signing of various agreements.
During German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's visit to India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an increase in visas for skilled Indians from 20,000 to 90,000 per year, reflecting Germany's trust in India's workforce. The leaders discussed global challenges, including the Russia-Ukraine war and the conflict in West Asia, advocating for peace and political solutions. India and Germany signed agreements on mutual legal assistance, classified information exchange, and a roadmap on green hydrogen. Modi emphasized the deepening defence and security cooperation as a symbol of mutual trust. Both leaders agreed on the need for reforms in multilateral institutions and emphasized the importance of stronger India-Germany partnerships. Scholz advocated for a faster conclusion of the India-EU FTA and deepening defence cooperation. The visit highlighted the growing ties between the two countries in various sectors, including security, economy, and innovation, with a focus on global cooperation and stability. Scholz's visit also included discussions on the Indo-Pacific, where Germany will make a port call showcasing its naval presence in the region.
Topics
India
Global Cooperation
Strategic Partnerships
Security Cooperation
Bilateral Talks
Visa Increase
FTA Advocacy
Indo-Pacific Deployment
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