New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of the 52nd G7 Summit, with both leaders discussing ways to strengthen cooperation across several sectors.
Following the meeting, PM Modi said, “The talks with Chancellor Merz were very fruitful. We discussed ways to further cement bilateral cooperation by working together in trade, investments, circular economy, defence, IT and more. We also talked about boosting cultural linkages between our nations.”
The talks with Chancellor Merz were very fruitful. We discussed ways to further cement bilateral cooperation by working together in trade, investments, circular economy, defence, IT and more. We also talked about boosting cultural linkages between our nations.@bundeskanzler… pic.twitter.com/05wKDJvdzp
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 17, 2026
According to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, the leaders reviewed progress in the India-Germany Strategic Partnership as the two countries mark 75 years of diplomatic relations. Discussions focused on expanding collaboration in trade, investment, defence, security, technology, innovation, education, mobility, and sustainable development.
PM @narendramodi held a meeting with Chancellor Merz @bundeskanzler on the margins of @G7 Summit at Evian.
Both leaders expressed satisfaction at the renewed momentum in the India-Germany Strategic Partnership, as both countries celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties.
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— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 17, 2026
The two sides also agreed that early implementation of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement would further strengthen bilateral ties. Global and regional issues were also part of the discussions.
Later in the day, PM Modi is scheduled to participate in a G7 working lunch focused on the safe and effective deployment of artificial intelligence. He is also expected to hold a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump, where trade, defence, energy, and critical minerals are likely to be key topics.
The Prime Minister continues a series of diplomatic engagements with world leaders during the summit in France.
