New Delhi: India and Germany are poised to deepen their strategic collaboration in emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), green hydrogen, semiconductors, and research and development (R&D), opening new avenues for innovation, industrial growth, and global competitiveness.
Speaking on the sidelines of an industry event, Jan Noether, Director General of the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC), said the partnership between the two countries has entered a new phase of dynamism, driven by record bilateral trade and increasing engagement between businesses, governments, and research institutions.
Noether said the forum has emerged as a key platform for strengthening industrial ties by facilitating dialogue and collaboration across sectors. Encouraged by the success of its inaugural edition last year, the IGCC has decided to make the event an annual initiative.
He highlighted that bilateral economic relations have grown steadily over the decades and reached new heights in the past year, recording the highest-ever level of trade between India and Germany.
According to Noether, the IGCC is set to host 17 business delegations from Germany this year, while several Indian delegations are also scheduled to visit Germany. These exchanges reflect the strong commitment of industries in both countries to expand partnerships and accelerate technological cooperation.
A major highlight of the event was the startup competition, where innovative Indian startups showcased cutting-edge products and technologies. The winning startups will represent India at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Conference in Seoul, where they will present their innovations before senior executives of leading German companies, including Siemens, Bayer, and BASF. The platform is expected to help startups forge international business collaborations and attract global investment opportunities.
Meanwhile, Dr. Sandeep Kumar, Chief Executive Officer of L&T Semiconductor Technologies, stressed the growing importance of the semiconductor industry as a foundation of the global digital economy. Speaking at the “Advancing Atmanirbharta Conference on Design and Manufacturing,” he said India must build a robust and self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem to strengthen its technological capabilities and secure a larger share in the global semiconductor supply chain.
Industry leaders believe that closer cooperation between India and Germany in advanced technologies will not only boost innovation but also contribute to resilient supply chains, sustainable industrial development, and long-term economic growth.
