External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in a strategic dialogue with Jurgen Hardt, a German MP and Foreign Policy Spokesperson for the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, on Friday. The meeting aimed to address crucial geopolitical issues and strengthen India-Germany bilateral relations.

Discussions between the two leaders focused on the ongoing conflicts in the Gulf, West Asia, and Ukraine, highlighting a shared dedication to fostering peace and stability. They also explored ways to deepen high-level diplomatic engagement and expand strategic cooperation between India and Germany.

The meeting underscores India’s ongoing efforts to collaborate with European lawmakers on mutual interests and global security challenges, marking a significant step in the two nations’ 25-year Strategic Partnership.

(With inputs from agencies.)