Inter-Governmental Consultations with Germany deepen bilateral relations, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the bilateral relations between India-Germany are based on the fundamental belief in Democracy and Rule of Law.

Appreciating the role of the Inter-Governmental Consultations, the Prime Minister said this unique mechanism has helped deepen the bilateral relations between India and Germany in several fields such as e-mobility, fuel cell technology, smart cities, inland water ways, coastal management, cleaning of rivers, environmental protection etc.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was delivering inaugural statement during the Joint Press Meet along with German Chancellor in New Delhi today.

Welcoming Germany Chancellor Dr Angela Merkel and her delegation to India, Prime Minister said Chancellor Merkel played a key role in strengthening India- Germany relations.

Prime Minister said India is grateful for Germany’s support to India’s membership in Export control regimes and other international forums.

He said both the countries would continue the cooperation in undertaking reforms in Security Council, United Nations and other international organisations.