German Chancellor Merz Arrives in India: PM Modi to Welcome in Ahmedabad

• German Chancellor Friedrich Merz begins his first two-day visit to India on January 12.
• PM Narendra Modi will personally welcome Merz in Ahmedabad, followed by a visit to Bengaluru.
• The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on trade, investment, and defense cooperation.
• Discussions will also cover technology, green energy, and German investment in Gujarat.
• Goal is to build a 'Forward-looking Partnership' for mutual and global benefit.

Why It Matters: India and Germany aim to boost strategic partnership through Merz's visit, focusing on key economic and defense ties.