Tuesday, January 13, 2026

What's behind Germany's Strategic Pivot toward the Global South? | DW News

12 Jan 2026 | India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who is on a two-day visit. Merz is traveling with a large business delegation as Germany seeks to deepen economic and security ties. Key talks include a potential submarine deal and recruiting skilled Indian workers to help solve Germany’s chronic labor shortage.