Narendra Modi meets Chancellor Angela Merkel on Germany visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his four-nation tour on Monday, aimed at boosting bilateral and economic ties with Germany, Spain, Russia and France. He spoke to German Chancellor Angela Merkel, and will meet German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the German Chancellor at Schloss Meseberg, the official state guest house of the German Federal Government.

This meeting has been described as an informal one, where the two leaders discussed issues of mutual interest.

They spoke about Germany's partnership with India on Make in India, Skill India, Start-up India, Clean India and Smart Cities.

Modi offered India's full support for a successful outcome of the G20 summit in July, which will be hosted by Germany.

There will be formal talks between Prime Minister Modi and Angela Merkel focusing on trade and investment, security and counter-terrorism, innovation and science and technology, skill development, urban infrastructure, clean energy and health.

The two leaders are also scheduled to meet senior business leaders before inaugurating the Indo- German Business Forum on Tuesday. (Photo: Twitter)