German Chancellor Scholz begins India visit with trade, Ukraine crisis on agenda
1 year, 9 months ago

German Chancellor Scholz begins India visit with trade, Ukraine crisis on agenda

Hindustan Times  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Saturday began a two-visit to India during which the Ukraine crisis, China’s actions across the Indo-Pacific and strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade and the green transition will be high on the agenda. “We already have very good relations between India and Germany and I hope that we will strengthen these ‘very good’ relations and that we will discuss intensely about all the topics relevant to the development of our countries but also for peace in the world, which is important,” Scholz said at a brief media interaction at Rashtrapati Bhavan before his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Ahead of Scholz’s arrival, German ambassador Philipp Ackermann said the Russia-Ukraine conflict and China’s actions across the Indo-Pacific would be high on the agenda for bilateral discussions. The two sides will look at ways to grow bilateral trade from the current level of 30 billion euros a year and several business agreements are expected to be concluded during Scholz’s visit.

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Germany's Immigration Policy: A Balancing Act Between Economic Interests and Cultural Concerns
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany's Immigration Policy: A Balancing Act Between Economic Interests and Cultural Concerns

Hindustan Times  

India and Germany need to find common ground despite the recent visit by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. While the visit was hailed as a sign of the strong bilateral relationship between the two countries, it was overshadowed by the issue of defense cooperation and the migration of skilled workers. Germany's defense industry is keen on attracting Indian talent to help …

Germany Seeks Skilled Indian Workers: A Win-Win Opportunity for Both Nations
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Germany Seeks Skilled Indian Workers: A Win-Win Opportunity for Both Nations

The Hindu  

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has expressed Germany's interest in attracting skilled Indian workers to fill its labor market. She highlighted the economic potential of India and its dynamism, with many young, educated people seeking employment. Germany is facing a skilled worker shortage, and this collaboration can create a win-win-win situation for both countries and the young workers involved.

Germany Seeks Skilled Workers from India: Baerbock
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Germany Seeks Skilled Workers from India: Baerbock

Deccan Chronicle  

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has expressed Germany's willingness to attract skilled Indian workers to fill its labor market. She highlighted the economic potential of India and its dynamism, with many young, educated people seeking employment. Germany is facing a skilled worker shortage, and this collaboration can foster a win-win-win situation for both countries and the young workers involved.

India and Germany: A Transformative Partnership on the Global Stage
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

India and Germany: A Transformative Partnership on the Global Stage

ABP News  

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to discuss various issues that would further boost the friendship between India and Germany. The two leaders emphasized the strong developmental cooperation between their nations and are ready to advance it further in the coming times. They also acknowledged the importance of the Indian student community in Germany and …

India-Germany: A Transformational Partnership Emerges as the World Grapples with Tensions
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

India-Germany: A Transformational Partnership Emerges as the World Grapples with Tensions

Deccan Chronicle  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the strategic partnership between India and Germany, highlighting its transformational nature. He discussed the importance of cooperation in defense, technology, and sustainable development, emphasizing the need for a strategic partnership in a turbulent world. Modi also welcomed German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and expressed India's commitment to fostering a fruitful partnership between the two nations.

Germany and India: A Swift Free Trade Agreement in the Offing
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Germany and India: A Swift Free Trade Agreement in the Offing

ABP News  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed commitment to achieving swift progress and a rapid conclusion of the negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement between India and the 27-nation European Union (EU). He highlighted the importance of cooperation in defence and agreed to deepen cooperation in various sectors such as aviation, railways, and automobiles.

German Chancellor Scholz's India Visit: Focus on Strategic Ties and Global Security
2 months ago

German Chancellor Scholz's India Visit: Focus on Strategic Ties and Global Security

Firstpost  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is visiting India on Thursday to hold wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The focus of his India visit is likely to be on boosting bilateral strategic ties and exploring ways to ensure global security. The German chancellor's visit is taking place amid rising security concerns across the globe, with the Russia-Ukraine war nearing three …

Germany's Strategic Shift to India: What Will Come Out Of Germany Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Visit to India?
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2 months ago

Germany's Strategic Shift to India: What Will Come Out Of Germany Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Visit to India?

India Today  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's visit to India is expected to focus on trade, defense, and economic relations. The visit comes at a critical time for Germany, as the country grapples with the ongoing war in Ukraine and China's growing influence. Germany is looking to find alternative sources of supply and reduce its reliance on China, and India is seen as …

Germany Sets Focus on India: Strategic Document Outlines Future of Indo-German Relations
2 months ago

Germany Sets Focus on India: Strategic Document Outlines Future of Indo-German Relations

Firstpost  

Germany has approved a strategic document titled 'Focus on India' to strengthen bilateral relations with India. The document outlines the future direction of the partnership and covers various areas of cooperation, including foreign and security policy, development cooperation, climate and environmental protection, and research and academia. It also emphasizes the importance of exchange on basic values and fundamental rights.

Central Asia: Facing 5 Assertive Presidents, Germany’s Scholz Gets Rebuffed on Ukraine
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Central Asia: Facing 5 Assertive Presidents, Germany’s Scholz Gets Rebuffed on Ukraine

The Diplomat  

Olaf Scholz’s visit to Central Asia from September 15 to 17 was long overdue. Oil, Green Hydrogen, and Critical Raw Materials This prioritization came as no surprise: Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan are the region’s demographic and economic powerhouses – and Germany’s most important trade partners in Central Asia. Germany’s main development agency, GIZ, for example, cooperates with four Central Asian governments …

The diverse agenda of Scholz's visit to China
8 months, 1 week ago

The diverse agenda of Scholz's visit to China

China Daily  

The flags of Germany and China are seen in Berlin, Germany, June 19, 2023. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's visit to China is expected to strengthen economic and trade relations between the two sides, because apart from several senior federal ministers, a large business delegation is also accompanying the German chancellor. This is understandable because China remains extremely important for German …

Scholz's visit to focus on Sino-German ties
8 months, 1 week ago

Scholz's visit to focus on Sino-German ties

China Daily  

President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang will meet with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz respectively to discuss China-Germany ties and issues of common concern during Scholz's three-day official visit to China starting from Sunday. Scholz's upcoming visit to China indicates the importance of bilateral relations between China and Germany and between China and the European Union, observers said. Jochum Haakma, …

Germany, China hold meeting amid tensions over trade, Ukraine
1 year, 6 months ago

Germany, China hold meeting amid tensions over trade, Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Trade, climate change and the war in Ukraine are on the agenda as Scholz meets Li on his first official foreign trip. Scholz has said he wants to avoid overreliance on Chinese trade and diversify Germany’s supply of key goods – an approach he called “derisking” – while rejecting the idea of “decoupling” from China. “We should not artificially exaggerate …

A ‘Zeitenwende’ in the India-Germany relationship
1 year, 9 months ago

A ‘Zeitenwende’ in the India-Germany relationship

The Hindu  

It is no secret that India’s relationship with Germany has traditionally lagged behind its relations with its other European partners such as France. Mr. Scholz’s visit has built on German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock’s visit to India in December 2022, and the 6th India-Germany Inter-governmental Consultations, a biannual format of engagement that commenced in 2011, to expand cooperation in defence, …

Germany wants to ease visa application for Indian IT workers
1 year, 9 months ago

Germany wants to ease visa application for Indian IT workers

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Sunday that his government wants to make it easier for information technology experts from India to obtain work visas in Germany as the country struggles with a shortage of skilled labor. Scholz said improving the legal framework so Germany becomes more attractive for software developers and those with IT development skills is a …

German leader seeks Indian support for Russia’s isolation
1 year, 9 months ago

German leader seeks Indian support for Russia’s isolation

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz sought assurances Saturday from India that it would support, or at least not block, Western efforts to isolate Russia for waging a devastating war against Ukraine. Scholz said that Russia’s war against Ukraine “violated the fundamental principle to what we all agree of not changing borders through the use of violence.” While the …

Ukraine crisis figures extensively in Modi-Scholz talks
1 year, 9 months ago

Ukraine crisis figures extensively in Modi-Scholz talks

Hindustan Times  

The Ukraine crisis figured extensively in talks on Saturday between visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who said that India has insisted the situation be resolved through dialogue and stands ready to contribute to any peace process. He said: “But above all, it is a disaster, a catastrophe because we know this war violates a fundamental …

‘India ready to contribute to peace process’: PM Modi on Ukraine crisis
1 year, 9 months ago

‘India ready to contribute to peace process’: PM Modi on Ukraine crisis

Hindustan Times  

India has insisted on resolving the Ukraine crisis through dialogue and diplomacy and stands ready to contribute to any peace process, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday after talks with visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. He said, “But above all, it is a disaster, a catastrophe because we know this war violates a fundamental principle to which we had …

German Chancellor Scholz to get ‘personally involved’ in India trade agreement
1 year, 9 months ago

German Chancellor Scholz to get ‘personally involved’ in India trade agreement

Hindustan Times  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Saturday said that India has undertaken an enormous leap which is very good for the relations between the two countries. Scholz said that he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were committed to making a free trade deal between India and the European Union finally happen. New Delhi, Feb 25 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanges …

PM Modi, German Chancellor Scholz Hold Talks On Ukraine War, Climate Change Among Wide Range Of Issues
1 year, 9 months ago

PM Modi, German Chancellor Scholz Hold Talks On Ukraine War, Climate Change Among Wide Range Of Issues

ABP News  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Saturday held wide-ranging talks with a focus on boosting the bilateral ties in the areas of clean energy, trade and new technologies, as reported by the news agency PTI. Focus of the talks will be on strengthening bilateral cooperation, building on the Green and Sustainable Development Partnership and …

Olaf Scholz arrives in India, may ask PM Modi to mediate on Russia-Ukraine war
1 year, 9 months ago

Olaf Scholz arrives in India, may ask PM Modi to mediate on Russia-Ukraine war

Live Mint  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz today arrived in New Delhi for a visit to India from February 25-26. Scholz also plans to discuss Russia’s war on Ukraine with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a time when Europe and its allies are struggling to maintain economic pressure on the Kremlin and isolate President Vladimir Putin. “The war in Ukraine has made both …

'India ready to meddle peace talks between Russia, Ukraine': PM Modi after meeting Germany's Scholz
1 year, 9 months ago

'India ready to meddle peace talks between Russia, Ukraine': PM Modi after meeting Germany's Scholz

India TV News  

India has again reiterated its readiness in mediating peace talks between Russia and Ukraine which have been involved in brutal attacks for the past year. While holding a crucial meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that India stands ready to contribute to any peace process between the two nations. In his statement at a joint …

Russia-Ukraine war, China will be high on agenda of Chancellor Scholz\'s India visit
1 year, 10 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war, China will be high on agenda of Chancellor Scholz\'s India visit

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Russia-Ukraine conflict and China will be "high on agenda" of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's first bilateral visit to India this weekend, since taking the charge, German envoy Philipp Ackermann said here on Wednesday. Stating that 'geopolitics' will be a key element of Chancellor Scholz's talk with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the envoy said that there is an ample opportunity …

Ukraine war, China high on agenda for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit
1 year, 10 months ago

Ukraine war, China high on agenda for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The Russia-Ukraine conflict and China’s actions across the Indo-Pacific will be high on the agenda for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit to India during February 25-26, German ambassador Philipp Ackermann said on Wednesday. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit is the first standalone visit of the chancellor since the biennial IGC mechanism was established between the two countries in …

German, Danish visits to India to focus on climate change, Ukraine and China
1 year, 10 months ago

German, Danish visits to India to focus on climate change, Ukraine and China

The Hindu  

Partnering with India on climate change mitigation and energy transitions will be at the top of agenda during two big visits from Europe this weekend, as German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and the Danish Crown Prince travel to India for talks. “In a difficult international environment, we see India as a valuable partner,” said German Ambassador Philip Ackerman giving details of …

India Appropriate Candidate To Find Solution To Stop Russia-Ukraine War, Says German Envoy
1 year, 10 months ago

India Appropriate Candidate To Find Solution To Stop Russia-Ukraine War, Says German Envoy

ABP News  

New Delhi: India is an appropriate candidate to come up with a solution to stop Russia-Ukraine war as India has skilled and good diplomacy, German envoy Philipp Ackermann said, as reported by news agency ANI. India has skilled & good diplomacy: German Ambassador to India pic.twitter.com/0KuHHBZnII — ANI February 22, 2023 His statements come ahead of the bilateral visit of …

Ukraine War, China, German Firms' India Focus Top Agenda Of Chancellor Scholz's Visit: Envoy
1 year, 10 months ago

Ukraine War, China, German Firms' India Focus Top Agenda Of Chancellor Scholz's Visit: Envoy

ABP News  

New Delhi: Finding a solution to put an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, China’s increasing deployments in the Indo-Pacific region and the plan by German firms to shift their focus from China to India are some of the issues that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will discuss with Prime Minister Narendra during his maiden visit to India starting Saturday. In an …

India, Germany Ink Mobility Partnership Pact As Jaishankar, Baerbock Discuss Pakistan, Ukraine
2 years ago

India, Germany Ink Mobility Partnership Pact As Jaishankar, Baerbock Discuss Pakistan, Ukraine

ABP News  

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Monday signed an agreement on the comprehensive migration and mobility partnership with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/ibNUs34S38 — Dr. S. Jaishankar December 5, 2022 Talking about bilateral ties, the External Affairs Minister said: "Our strategic partnership, which is more than two decades old, has really been bolstered by …

Germany’s Foreign Minister Announces Mobility Pact With India on 2-Day Visit; to Meet Jaishankar Today
2 years ago

Germany’s Foreign Minister Announces Mobility Pact With India on 2-Day Visit; to Meet Jaishankar Today

News 18  

Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock will be in Delhi on December 5-6 for a two-day visit and is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Announcing the visit last week, India’s Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi had said both the leaders will hold discussion on “bilateral issues as well as regional and global issues …

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's India Visit Starts Today, Ties With China And Ukraine Conflict To Top Agenda
2 years ago

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's India Visit Starts Today, Ties With China And Ukraine Conflict To Top Agenda

ABP News  

New Delhi: German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's reached Delhi on Monday for a two-day visit to India and the discussions with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will focus on India's relationship with China and the consequences of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The two-day inaugural visit will focus on cooperation in the energy transition away from oil, coal, and gas, …

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz likely to visit India twice next year: Ambassador
2 years ago

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz likely to visit India twice next year: Ambassador

Firstpost  

PM visited Germany in May for bilateral talks with the German Chancellor and followed it up with another visit in June for the G-7 Summit. Germany, which holds the G-7 Presidency, had invited India as a partner country for the summit New Delhi: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is likely to visit India twice next year as the two countries look …

German chancellor’s China visit sparks debate at home
2 years, 1 month ago

German chancellor’s China visit sparks debate at home

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The timing of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s imminent trip to China and what signals he will give to Beijing have raised questions at home, a German member of the European Parliament said Thursday. Reinhard Butikofer of the Green Party, which is part of the governing coalition, said in Taiwan that Scholz’s one-day trip is “probably the most …

Under pressure, German leader coy on possible Ukraine visit
2 years, 6 months ago

Under pressure, German leader coy on possible Ukraine visit

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz declined to comment Monday on reports that he is planning to visit Ukraine together with his counterparts from France and Italy soon. Several other European leaders, Germany’s opposition leader and members of Scholz’s own Cabinet have visited Ukraine in recent weeks to express solidarity with the country in the face of Russia’s military assault, …

Germany, India sign $10.5B green development deal
2 years, 7 months ago

Germany, India sign $10.5B green development deal

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany and India signed a series of bilateral agreements Monday focused on sustainable development that will see the South Asian nation receive 10 billion euros in aid by 2030 to boost the use of clean energy. Germany Chancellor Olaf Scholz is seeking to elicit India’s support for the tough stance taken by Europe and the United States toward …

PM Modi meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz; discusses regional and global developments
2 years, 7 months ago

PM Modi meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz; discusses regional and global developments

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz here and the two leaders discussed key areas of bilateral cooperation under the overall strategic partnership, as well as regional and global developments. In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said that the discussions between the two leaders “covered key areas of bilateral cooperation under the overall strategic …

PM Modi, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz meet in Berlin, discuss ways to expand India-Germany cooperation: WATCH
2 years, 7 months ago

PM Modi, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz meet in Berlin, discuss ways to expand India-Germany cooperation: WATCH

Firstpost  

This is Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first meeting with Scholz as German Chancellor, who assumed office in December, 2021. Both the leaders will co-chair the 6th India-Germany Inter-Governmental Consultations Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin. Sharing a picture from the meeting, Prime Minister’s Office in its Twitter handle said, “Expanding India-Germany cooperation.” During …

Ukraine crisis: India calls for cessation of hostilities, resolution via dialogue ahead of PM Modi’s Europe visit
2 years, 7 months ago

Ukraine crisis: India calls for cessation of hostilities, resolution via dialogue ahead of PM Modi’s Europe visit

The Hindu  

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a tour of three European nations, India on May 1 once again called for the cessation of hostilities in Ukraine and resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy, noting that was an appreciation of its position on the crisis by its partner countries. Mr. Kwatra said discussions on energy security will be …

With PM Modi all set to visit Berlin, time is ripe to reset India-Germany partnership
2 years, 7 months ago

With PM Modi all set to visit Berlin, time is ripe to reset India-Germany partnership

Firstpost  

With the India-EU partnership on even keel, now is the time to go beyond that and build on Indian and German priorities bilaterally, which neither look at Brussels nor Washington for priority setting The visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Berlin for the inter-governmental consultations is an opportune time. The probability of a further delay due to the Ukraine …

Scholz says Germany seeks closer ties with Indo-Pacific
2 years, 7 months ago

Scholz says Germany seeks closer ties with Indo-Pacific

Associated Press  

TOKYO — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said in Tokyo on Thursday that his country wants to strengthen ties with countries in the Indo-Pacific region that share the same values, and work together to end Russia’s aggression in Ukraine. “My trip is a clear political signal that Germany and the European Union will continue and intensify their engagement with the Indo-Pacific …

German chancellor Olaf Scholz visits Ukraine and Russia as fears rise of imminent invasion
2 years, 10 months ago

German chancellor Olaf Scholz visits Ukraine and Russia as fears rise of imminent invasion

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Western leaders are racing to …

PM Modi talks to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz; reviews strategic partnership
2 years, 11 months ago

PM Modi talks to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz; reviews strategic partnership

Live Mint  

The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday talked to Federal Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, said an official release. The release also mentioned that Modi expressed his appreciation for the immense contribution of former Chancellor Angela Merkel in strengthening the India-Germany Strategic Partnership. The release further mentioned that the two leaders agreed that there was significant synergy in the …

'India is important for us': German Ambassador says new regime will continue strong bilateral ties
3 years, 2 months ago

'India is important for us': German Ambassador says new regime will continue strong bilateral ties

Firstpost  

The German Ambassador said relations between India and Germany saw a significant upswing including in areas of trade and investment in the last over one decade. New Delhi: India is becoming an important country for Germany in the Indo-Pacific region and the next coalition government in Berlin is expected to continue strong ties with New Delhi, German Ambassador Walter J …

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