Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday (May 20, 2025) and exchanged views on regional and world developments, asserting that the 2 international locations stand united in the fight against terrorism.
Earlier this month, Conservative chief Friedrich Merz succeeded in changing into Germany’s subsequent chancellor.
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“Spoke to Chancellor Friedrich Merz and congratulated him on assuming office. Reaffirmed our commitment to further strengthen the Strategic Partnership between India and Germany,” Mr. Modi stated in a put up on X.
“Exchanged views on regional and global developments. We stand united in the fight against terrorism,” he added.
In an announcement later, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that through the phone dialog, the 2 leaders “reiterated their shared commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms”.
Noting the “excellent progress” in the India-Germany Strategic Partnership over the previous 25 years, the 2 leaders agreed to “work closely to further strengthen bilateral ties, including in the areas of trade and investment, defence and security, and innovation and technology”, it stated.
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Both leaders famous the “positive contribution” made by the Indian diaspora in Germany, the MEA stated in its assertion. It additionally stated the 2 leaders exchanged views on regional and world problems with mutual curiosity.
The Prime Minister invited the Chancellor to go to India. The leaders agreed to stay in contact, the MEA added.
Published – May 21, 2025 08:27 am IST
