German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in India on January 12, 2026, for a two-day official visit.
He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deepen India–Germany cooperation amid major diplomatic milestones.

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•   German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Ahmedabad
•   First official visit to India since assuming office
•   Visit scheduled from January 12 to 13, 2026
•   Warm reception by Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat
•   Meeting with PM Modi planned later today
•   India–Germany mark 75 years of diplomatic relations
•   Strategic Partnership completes 25 years
•   Talks to review progress in bilateral cooperation
•   Focus on trade, technology, defence, and innovation