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Indian Embassy in Berlin supports AI and Raw Materials Conference

New MoU strengthens bilateral cooperation on renewable and hydrogen energy.Advancing indo-german dialogue on AI and strategic cooperation

April 24th, 2025
Sania Bounaas-Miliani, News from Berlin
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India and Germany are reinforcing their strategic and cultural partnership through a landmark conference in Berlin focused on Artificial Intelligence and access to critical raw materials, with strong institutional backing from the Indian Embassy in Berlin.

Slated for August 16, 2024, the conference “Shaping Tomorrow: India, AI, and Critical Raw Materials” stands as a major initiative that underscores India’s commitment to global cooperation in innovation. Organized by PanIIT Germany, in collaboration with the Indian Embassy in Berlin, the event brings together policymakers, scholars, and business leaders from both nations, creating a vibrant space for dialogue and partnership.

The participation of H.E. Mr. Harish Parvathaneni, Ambassador of India to Germany, and Indian Minister of State for External Affairs and Education, Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, highlights the high diplomatic value placed on this initiative. The presence of German officials from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Actionfurther cements the event’s significance on both sides.

This conference is not just about technology it is a manifestation of India’s cultural diplomacy in action. By engaging Germany on issues of global technological importance, India also showcases its cultural identity as a dynamic, forward-looking democracy committed to sustainable development.

Discussions will delve into topics like the ethical application of Artificial Intelligence, the geopolitics of raw materials, and India's emerging role as a strategic economic and innovation partner for Europe. These conversations reflect a mutual recognition of the need for shared solutions in an increasingly interconnected world.

Through initiatives like this, the Indian Embassy in Berlin continues to play a pivotal role in promoting India’s image abroad, not only as a trade and tech partner but as a nation deeply invested in building cultural bridges and fostering global cooperation.

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