In a series of high-impact engagements during her Germany visit, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman advanced India-Germany relations across diplomatic and business fronts. Her presence at the Munich Security Conference set the stage for substantive talks.
Finance Ministry posts on X detailed her meeting with Eric Beisswenger, Bavaria’s Minister handling European and international affairs. Amid preparations for the German Chancellor’s 2026 India trip, they reaffirmed commitment to deepening bilateral bonds.
Key agenda items included the landmark India-EU FTA, prospects for climate finance under green partnerships, and mutual learning in recycling sectors—critical for sustainable development goals.
Sitharaman also convened with BMW’s top executive, Oliver Zipse, to discuss India’s economic openness post-reforms. Policy predictability emerged as a cornerstone, reassuring global players of India’s business-friendly ecosystem.
Drawing on PM Modi’s Viksit Bharat@2047 blueprint, she outlined supportive measures: GST, customs streamlining, manufacturing boosts, and sector-specific PLIs emphasizing electric mobility, energy conservation, and robust battery ecosystems.
These dialogues not only preview enhanced cooperation but also highlight India’s ascent as a pivotal player in global supply chains. With Europe seeking diversified partnerships, Sitharaman’s outreach promises mutual prosperity in emerging technologies and eco-innovations.