Scholz Visits German Naval Ships in India, Emphasizes Maritime Freedom

During his visit to the Indo-Pacific, Chancellor Olaf Scholz highlights the importance of ensuring the freedom of navigation and enhancing defense ties with India.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited the German naval ships 'Frankfurt am Main' and 'Baden-Württemberg' in Goa as part of their Indo-Pacific deployment.
The mission aims to demonstrate Germany's commitment to the freedom of maritime navigation, especially in the contested waters of the Taiwan Strait.
Germany and India are looking to strengthen their strategic partnership, including potential collaboration on defense projects like submarine construction.
Scholz also addressed students at the Birla Institute of Technology and Sciences, discussing global issues such as the Middle East conflict and the war in Ukraine.
The Chancellor's visit underscores Germany's support for multilateral cooperation in maintaining international maritime security.

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