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Germany and India have signed multiple cooperation agreements, including a defense industry collaboration, during Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Ahmedabad. The defense ministries agreed to enhance cooperation, with India seeking to reduce its reliance on Russian arms, which currently account for 36% of its imports.

Notably, Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems aims to build six submarines in Mumbai, valued at €8 billion. Additionally, the German Ministry of Economy signed a memorandum with India's Ministry of Mines to collaborate on critical minerals.

Other agreements include recruiting Indian healthcare professionals and establishing a center for AI and semiconductor innovation. Uniper signed a contract to purchase up to 500,000 tons of ammonia annually from AM Green. In total, 27 agreements were signed, covering various sectors, including youth hockey development and knowledge exchange programs.