India and Germany recently conducted Foreign Office Consultations in Berlin, aiming to enhance collaboration in critical and emerging technologies, defense, industrial partnerships, digital governance, renewable energy, green hydrogen, innovation, and development aid in third countries. Both nations assessed their bilateral relations’ current status and explored avenues to deepen the India-Germany Strategic Partnership. The discussions encompassed trade, investment, defense, security, technology, sustainable development, mobility, and people-to-people exchanges.
The meeting, co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and State Secretary of the German Foreign Office Geza Andreas von Geyr, also addressed significant regional and global issues, such as developments in West Asia and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This year marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Germany, with the co-chairs unveiling a special logo to commemorate this milestone. Additionally, Foreign Secretary Misri engaged with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul during his visit to Berlin, where they acknowledged the progress in the Strategic Partnership and committed to expanding cooperation across various sectors.
Furthermore, Misri interacted with political leaders, government officials, and foreign policy experts at the Korber Foundation, focusing on strengthening the India-Germany Strategic Partnership in trade, defense, technology, and innovation. The discussions also delved into geopolitical shifts impacting energy, food, and economic security. The visit of Foreign Secretary Misri followed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to India in January 2026, which significantly boosted bilateral relations and cooperation. Both sides are looking forward to the next India-Germany Inter-Governmental Consultations later this year, with an invitation extended for State Secretary von Geyr to visit India at a convenient time.
