Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Berlin on October 23, 2025, to strengthen India-Germany trade and investment relations. His agenda includes high-level meetings with German CEOs, participation in the Berlin Global Dialogue summit, and engagement with industry bodies. The visit coincides with the 25th anniversary of the India-Germany Strategic Partnership.
India-Germany Economic Synergy: Piyush Goyal’s Berlin Mission Targets Trade, Tech, and Investment Boost
In a pivotal diplomatic and economic outreach, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is set to visit Berlin, Germany, on October 23, 2025, to advance bilateral trade and investment cooperation. The visit comes at a symbolic moment, marking 25 years of the India-Germany Strategic Partnership, and is expected to catalyze new business opportunities across sectors.
Key Highlights of the Visit:
Berlin Global Dialogue Summit Participation
Goyal will be a featured speaker at the Berlin Global Dialogue (BGD), an annual summit that convenes leaders from business, government, and academia to discuss global economic trends.
His address will focus on India’s role in global supply chains, sustainable growth, and digital transformation.
CEO Roundtables and One-on-One Meetings
The minister will hold individual meetings with top executives from firms such as Schaeffler Group, Renk Vehicle Mobility Solutions, Herrenknecht AG, Infineon Technologies AG, Enertrag SE, and Mercedes-Benz Group AG.
He will also chair a roundtable with leaders of German Mittelstand companies, known for their innovation and export strength.
Engagement with Industry Bodies
Goyal will meet representatives from the Federation of German Industries (BDI) and the Asia-Pacific Association of German Business (APA) to discuss market access, regulatory alignment, and investment facilitation.
Focus Areas for Collaboration
Key sectors include advanced manufacturing, green energy, automotive technology, semiconductors, and digital infrastructure.
The visit aims to attract German investment into India’s industrial corridors and startup ecosystem.
Strategic Significance
The trip underscores India’s commitment to deepening economic ties with Europe, especially amid global supply chain realignments.
It also reflects Germany’s interest in diversifying partnerships in Asia, with India as a key player.
Minister Goyal’s visit is poised to strengthen bilateral trust, unlock new trade avenues, and position India as a preferred partner in Europe’s evolving economic landscape.
Sources: MSN News, Economic Times BFSI, BusinessWorld