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April 29, 2026 10:24 PM

Germany’s Merz says relations with Trump are good despite spat over Iran

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump remained good despite a row between the two men over the Iran war, but he reiterated his worries over the economic impact of the conflict. The spat reflects diverging views between the Trump administration and its European NATO allies on Iran and other issues, including the Ukraine conflict. "From my perspective, my personal relationship with the U.S. President remains good. I simply had doubts...

April 29, 2026 2:59 PM

Trump hits back at German chancellor after Iran criticism

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the war in Iran on Tuesday, a day after Merz said the Iranians were humiliating the United States in talks to end it. "The Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon. He doesn’t know what he’s talking about!" Trump wrote in a Truth Social post, mischaracterizing Merz's position. Merz has said Iran must not have a nuclear weapon. Merz said on Monday that Iran's leaders...

April 9, 2026 10:33 PM

Germany has fundamental interest in diplomatic solution of Middle East crisis: Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Thursday that Germany has a fundamental interest in a diplomatic solution of the Middle East crisis. He added he had encouraged U.S. President Donald Trump in a call to pursue negotiations with Iran with urgency. More to follow... (Reuters)...

January 12, 2026 4:47 PM

PM Modi invites German universities to open campuses in India, thanks Chancellor Merz for visa-free transit for Indian citizens

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday invited German universities to establish campuses in India, unveiling a comprehensive roadmap on higher education cooperation during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s official visit. Addressing a joint press conference, PM Modi thanked Chancellor Merz for announcing visa-free transit for Indian passport holders, calling it a significant step that will further strengthen people-to-people ties between the two countries. “The comprehensive roadmap on hi...

January 12, 2026 4:30 PM

India, Germany elevate strategic partnership with wide-ranging agreements

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed their commitment to significantly deepen bilateral ties across defence, economy, technology, climate action and people-to-people exchanges during Merz’s official visit to India, according to a joint statement issued on Monday. Chancellor Merz, who was accompanied by a high-level delegation including 23 leading German CEOs and industry leaders, made his first official visit to India and his first trip to Asia since as...

January 12, 2026 3:23 PM

India is ‘partner of choice’, bilateral ties to be elevated to new level: German Chancellor Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday said that India is a “desired partner” and a “partner of choice” for Germany, while expressing a strong commitment to elevate India-Germany relations to a higher and more strategic level. He also underscored the need to conclude negotiations on the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to unlock the full potential of economic ties between the two countries. Addressing a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Gandh...

January 12, 2026 1:40 PM

PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz meet CEOs to boost bilateral economic ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) from both countries at the India-Germany CEOs Forum in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with the aim of further strengthening bilateral economic cooperation. Addressing a joint press conference after the meeting, Prime Minister Modi said that bilateral trade between India and Germany has reached an all-time high, surpassing the USD 50 billion mark. He noted that more than 2,000 German companies have a long-...

January 12, 2026 1:29 PM

Close cooperation between Indian, German economies vital for humanity: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday emphasised that close economic cooperation between India and Germany is crucial not only for the two nations but for humanity as a whole. Addressing a joint press conference with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz during the latter’s official visit to India, the Prime Minister highlighted the deep historical, philosophical and economic ties between the two countries. He noted that Chancellor Merz’s visit coincided with the birth anniversary of Sw...

January 12, 2026 12:05 PM

PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre in Gandhinagar, focusing on strengthening cooperation across a wide range of sectors. The meeting took place as part of Chancellor Merz’s first official visit to India, which coincides with the completion of 75 years of India–Germany diplomatic relations and 25 years of the India-Germany Strategic Partnership. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishanka...

January 12, 2026 12:41 PM

PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz share festive moments at International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday jointly inaugurated the International Kite Festival at the Sabarmati Riverfront, sharing festive moments that blended cultural celebration with diplomatic engagement. The two leaders were accorded a warm welcome and presented with traditional Gujarati scarves on arrival. The riverfront came alive with colour and music as artists from across the state performed folk dances and music, showcasing Gujarat’s rich cultural ...