Indo-German Partnership Targets Collaboration In AI, Quantum Tech, Biotech, & More

New Delhi, April 14 (KNN) India and Germany have reinforced their long-standing collaboration in science and technology during a diplomatic engagement between Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State, Science & Technology, and Dr. Markus Söder, Minister-President, German State of Bavaria. 

Dr. Singh emphasised the enduring Indo-German partnership in Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), highlighting potential areas for enhanced collaboration including Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technologies, Biotechnology, Clean Energy, Electric Mobility, Cyber-Physical Systems, and Green Hydrogen. 

He underscored that India's mission-mode programs seek economic and sustainable solutions through scientific interventions, with Germany positioned as a natural partner in these endeavors.

The Indian Minister commended the Indo-German 2+2 collaboration model, which brings together academia and industry from both nations. 

He described this approach as a step toward creating future-ready, innovation-driven ecosystems that address global challenges through joint innovation, co-development, and commercialisation efforts.

Dr. Singh referenced the Golden Jubilee of Indo-German S&T Partnership celebrated last year and the recent Indo-German S&T Governing Body Meeting in Germany, both of which have strengthened scientific engagement between the countries. 

Dr. Singh highlighted the country's impressive growth to over 3,000 biotech startups and its position as the world's largest vaccine manufacturer. 

The recently approved BIOe3 policy, focuses on Energy, Economy, and Employment to drive biotechnology innovation.

The Science and Technology Minister also pointed to opportunities in India's Space-Tech and Nuclear sectors, which have been opened to private players, creating new avenues for international collaboration. 

He emphasised that India now ranks third globally in startups and unicorns, making it an attractive destination for technological partnerships.

Educational exchanges formed another important aspect of the discussions. 

Dr. Singh noted that over 50,000 Indian students are currently enrolled in German universities, primarily in STEM disciplines—a figure that has tripled over the past seven years. 

He called for reciprocity in this educational relationship, encouraging more German students to study in India, particularly in fields like Oriental Studies, Indian Culture, and Traditional Knowledge Systems.

(KNN Bureau)