External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with Germany's state secretary of foreign office Thomas Bagger to set the stage for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's visit to India later this year. The meeting emphasized the progress in India-Germany strategic partnership and upcoming Inter-Governmental Consultations.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held talks with Germany's state secretary of foreign office Thomas Bagger, with a strong focus on German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's scheduled visit to India later this year.

Bagger is currently visiting India, primarily to coordinate preparations for Scholz's expected trip to New Delhi around October, according to individuals familiar with the development.

'Good to meet Dr Thomas Bagger, State Secretary in German Federal Foreign Office. Noted the progress made in the India-Germany strategic partnership,' Jaishankar stated on X.

'Look forward to a productive meeting of the 7th Inter-Governmental Consultations later this year,' he added.

The Inter-Governmental Consultations signify the highest-level forum for discussions on India-Germany relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)