Notable points from PM Modi and Chancellor Merkel's media address in Berlin on 30th May 2017
Given below are extracts from Indian PM Modi's media address in presence of German Chancellor Merkel at 4th India Germany Inter-Govermental Consultations in Berlin on 30th May 2017, Source: http://www.pib.nic.in/newsite/erelease.aspx, Left Hand pane selections: Prime Minister's Office, May 2017, "Prime Minister Modi, Chancellor Merkel co-chair 4th India Germany Inter-Govermental Consultations in Berlin".
He [PM Modi] said outcome oriented momentum is perceptible in relations between the two countries.
The Prime Minister [Modi] said foreign investment from Germany to India is rising, especially for the Make in India initiative. The Prime Minister said German partnership is important for the Skill India Mission, with German parameters being "global benchmarks" which are crucial for India. The Prime Minister said cooperation is also envisaged in the sports arena, particularly in football.
The Prime Minister spoke of themes such as climate protection and smart cities, which came up for discussion. He said German innovation and Indian youth could together add great dynamism in the start-up space.
The Prime Minister said a global order based on democracy is the need of the hour, in an interconnected and interdependent world.
Responding to a question, he said Germany and India are "made for each other." He explained the huge synergy that exists between German capabilities and Indian requirements. He spoke of India's pursuit of excellence in areas such as engineering, infrastructure and skill development. Describing the values of innovation and democracy, as a blessing for mankind, he said India and Germany share these values.
In response to a question on climate change, the Prime Minister reiterated India's timeless values of nurturing and protecting nature. He recalled India's commitment to generate 175 GigaWatts of energy from renewable sources by 2022. Emphasizing the importance of protecting nature, the Prime Minister said "playing with the well-being of future generations would be an immoral and criminal act."
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Both countries signed 12 agreements. A comprehensive joint statement was also issued, covering various aspects of the negotiations.
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A couple of news articles on it are given below:
1) Indian PM Modi tells Merkel India and Germany 'made for one another', http://www.dw.com/en/indian-pm-modi-tells-merkel-india-and-germany-made-for-one-another/a-39043653, dated 30th May 2017
The above article states that Germany is India's largest trading partner in the EU! The 2016 estimates for India-Germany trade is between 17 billion euros and 20 billion euros with a Germany having a 0.3% trade surplus.
The article mentions that the agreements signed in this meeting cover "everything from cybercrime to railway safety to an annual one billion euros ($1.1 billion) in German development aid for India, particularly in the area of sustainable urban development."
2) 8 pacts signed as Modi seeks 'quantum jump' in economic ties with Germany, http://www.deccanchronicle.com/world/europe/300517/live-modi-merkel-hold-4th-indo-german-intergovernmental-talks.html, May 30th 2017
The article quotes PM Modi as saying, "Pace of development of our relations is fast, direction positive and destination clear. Germany will always find India as powerful, prepared and capable partner".
It states that Merkel said that India "has proved to be a reliable partner and the two sides have been able to deepen cooperation".
[I thank pib.nic.in, dw.com and deccanchronicle.com and have presumed that they will not have any objections to me sharing the above extracts (very short extracts from dw.com and deccanchronicle.com) from their websites on this post which is freely viewable by all, and does not have any financial profit motive whatsoever.]
He [PM Modi] said outcome oriented momentum is perceptible in relations between the two countries.
The Prime Minister [Modi] said foreign investment from Germany to India is rising, especially for the Make in India initiative. The Prime Minister said German partnership is important for the Skill India Mission, with German parameters being "global benchmarks" which are crucial for India. The Prime Minister said cooperation is also envisaged in the sports arena, particularly in football.
The Prime Minister spoke of themes such as climate protection and smart cities, which came up for discussion. He said German innovation and Indian youth could together add great dynamism in the start-up space.
The Prime Minister said a global order based on democracy is the need of the hour, in an interconnected and interdependent world.
Responding to a question, he said Germany and India are "made for each other." He explained the huge synergy that exists between German capabilities and Indian requirements. He spoke of India's pursuit of excellence in areas such as engineering, infrastructure and skill development. Describing the values of innovation and democracy, as a blessing for mankind, he said India and Germany share these values.
In response to a question on climate change, the Prime Minister reiterated India's timeless values of nurturing and protecting nature. He recalled India's commitment to generate 175 GigaWatts of energy from renewable sources by 2022. Emphasizing the importance of protecting nature, the Prime Minister said "playing with the well-being of future generations would be an immoral and criminal act."
...
Both countries signed 12 agreements. A comprehensive joint statement was also issued, covering various aspects of the negotiations.
--- end extracts from pib.nic.in ---
A couple of news articles on it are given below:
1) Indian PM Modi tells Merkel India and Germany 'made for one another', http://www.dw.com/en/indian-pm-modi-tells-merkel-india-and-germany-made-for-one-another/a-39043653, dated 30th May 2017
The above article states that Germany is India's largest trading partner in the EU! The 2016 estimates for India-Germany trade is between 17 billion euros and 20 billion euros with a Germany having a 0.3% trade surplus.
The article mentions that the agreements signed in this meeting cover "everything from cybercrime to railway safety to an annual one billion euros ($1.1 billion) in German development aid for India, particularly in the area of sustainable urban development."
2) 8 pacts signed as Modi seeks 'quantum jump' in economic ties with Germany, http://www.deccanchronicle.com/world/europe/300517/live-modi-merkel-hold-4th-indo-german-intergovernmental-talks.html, May 30th 2017
The article quotes PM Modi as saying, "Pace of development of our relations is fast, direction positive and destination clear. Germany will always find India as powerful, prepared and capable partner".
It states that Merkel said that India "has proved to be a reliable partner and the two sides have been able to deepen cooperation".
[I thank pib.nic.in, dw.com and deccanchronicle.com and have presumed that they will not have any objections to me sharing the above extracts (very short extracts from dw.com and deccanchronicle.com) from their websites on this post which is freely viewable by all, and does not have any financial profit motive whatsoever.]
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