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India-Germany Talks in Berlin Focus on Trade, Defense & Green Energy

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Berlin to co-chair the India-Germany Foreign Office Consultations with German State Secretary Geza Andreas von Geyr. The discussions covered a wide range of bilateral issues including trade, defense, technology, and green energy. This visit follows German Chancellor Fredrich Merz's trip to India in January 2026, underscoring ongoing high-level engagement. Prior to Berlin, Misri held similar consultations in Paris with French officials, discussing nuclear energy, defense, space, and AI.

Key Points: India-Germany Foreign Office Consultations Held in Berlin

  • Bilateral talks in Berlin
  • Trade, defense & security focus
  • Green energy & tech cooperation
  • Follows German Chancellor's India visit
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FS Misri arrives in Berlin for India-Germany Foreign Office consultations

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri co-chairs high-level talks in Berlin covering trade, defense, tech, and green energy cooperation with Germany.

"reflects continued regular high-level exchanges between India and Berlin - Indian Embassy in Berlin"

Berlin, April 14

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Tuesday arrived at Berlin for India-Germany Foreign Office consultations.

The visit comes after German Chancellor Fredrich Merz visited India in January 2026.

In a post on X, Indian Embassy in Berlin said, "Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrives in Berlin for India-Germany Foreign Office consultations. The visit follows Chancellor H.E. Fredrich Merz's successful visit to India in January 2026 and reflects continued regular high-level exchanges between India and Berlin."

In Berlin, the Foreign Secretary will co-chair the India-Germany Foreign Office Consultations alongside Geza Andreas von Geyr, State Secretary of the German Foreign Office. The discussions would cover diverse domains of bilateral co-operation including trade and investments, defence and security, technology, green energy, development co-operation, education and people-to-people ties as well as global and regional matters of mutual interest. The Foreign Secretary is also expected to meet other dignitaries and senior government officials in both places.

Earlier on Monday, Misri co-chaired the India-France Foreign Office Consultations with Secretary General of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs Martin Briens.

In a post on X, Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said, "Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri co-chaired the India-France Foreign Office Consultations with Secretary General of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs Martin Briens, holding discussions on a wide range of issues including civil nuclear energy, defence & space, cyber & digital cooperation, AI & innovation and people-to-people & cultural ties, along with global and regional developments."

Misri also called on French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot.

In a post on X, Jaiswal said, "Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called on the French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot. Discussions covered key areas of bilateral cooperation, ongoing global challenges including the situation in the Middle East."

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri embarked a visit to Paris and Berlin from 12-14 April 2026.

- ANI

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Priya S
FS Misri is having a packed European tour! Just wrapped up France, now Germany. The focus on AI, space, and green energy is spot on. These are the areas where India can truly lead with the right partnerships. More power to our foreign service!
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Aman W
While high-level visits are important, I hope the discussions also address easier visa processes for Indian students and professionals. Germany has great universities, but the bureaucratic hurdles are real. People-to-people ties need smoother facilitation.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the continuity from Chancellor Merz's visit. Hope the talks on global and regional matters include a clear Indian perspective on stability and rule-based order, especially given current global tensions. India's voice is important.
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Karthik V
Defence and security cooperation with Germany is a smart move. Diversifying our defence partners beyond traditional ones is crucial for strategic autonomy. Also, hope they discussed reducing our trade deficit with Germany. We import a lot of machinery!
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Nisha Z
As someone working in renewables, Germany's expertise in green energy is unparalleled. Collaborations here can help India achieve its 2070 net-zero goal faster. Let's get more German investment in our solar and wind sectors! 🌞💨

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