Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke to new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and said India and Germany are united in the fight against terrorism.

Both the leaders exchanged views on regional and global developments.

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The prime minister reaffirmed the commitment to further strengthen the Strategic Partnership between India and Germany.

In a post on X, Modi said, “Spoke to Chancellor @_FriedrichMerz and congratulated him on assuming office. Reaffirmed our commitment to further strengthen the Strategic Partnership between India and Germany. Exchanged views on regional and global developments. We stand united in the fight against terrorism.”

On May 6, Friedrich Merz assumed office as the Federal Chancellor of Germany.

Following his election as the Federal Chancellor of Germany, Merz expressed gratitude and vowed to work with courage and confidence. “I accept my election as Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany with gratitude and respect for the task. I approach my work with courage and confidence. Because we are a strong country, and our country can do more!” he said.

On May 6, PM Modi extended his warm congratulations to Friedrich Merz on taking office as the new Federal Chancellor of Germany.

Modi also expressed his eagerness to work closely with Chancellor Merz to further strengthen the India-Germany Strategic Partnership.

Sharing a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Heartiest congratulations to @_FriedrichMerz on assuming office as the Federal Chancellor of Germany. I look forward to working together to further cement the India-Germany Strategic Partnership.”