A high-level German business delegation, led by State Secretary Stefan Rauenhoff, recently met with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar. The delegation is in India to participate in the India-Germany CEO Forum, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Chief Minister Patel welcomed the delegation, emphasizing Gujarat’s strong partnership with Germany and its significant contribution to India’s GDP growth.
The delegates expressed interest in enhancing cooperation in the SME sector and acknowledged Gujarat’s economic importance. State Secretary Rauenhoff highlighted the need to address challenges in logistics, production structures, and economic frameworks for Gujarat to become a preferred partner for Germany. He also mentioned the potential for collaboration in renewable energy grids and storage technologies to support Gujarat’s energy ambitions.
Chief Minister Patel outlined Gujarat’s development roadmap, aiming to establish regional growth hubs and focus on sector-specific policies like the Hybrid Renewable Energy Policy and Green Hydrogen Policy. He emphasized the state’s readiness to collaborate with German companies in precision engineering and advanced technology. The German delegation, including Siemens CEO Ronald Busch, provided insights on integrating Gujarat’s MSMEs into global supply chains and enhancing supply chain ecosystems in the state.
More than 30 top German industrialists and investors, representing various sectors such as engineering, automotive, marine, chemicals, and advanced manufacturing, participated in the meeting, showcasing the diverse interests in strengthening Indo-German business ties.
