Modi arrives in Germany on first leg of four-nation tour

Berlin:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here on Monday on the first leg of his six-day, four-nation tour of Germany, Spain, Russia and France aimed at boosting bilateral economic engagement with them and inviting more investment for India’s transformation. “Reached Germany. I am sure this visit will lead to beneficial outcomes & deepen India-Germany friendship,” Modi tweeted in English and German after landing here.  His Germany visit, which he described as a “new chapter” in bilateral relations, will begin with a meeting with Chancellor Angela Merkel at her country retreat of Schloss Meseberg. Both leaders will discuss issues of mutual interest in an informal setting over dinner at the 18th-century palace, nearly 80 km northwest of Berlin. Describing Germany as a valuable partner, Modi said, “German competencies fit well with my vision for India’s transformation.”           -PTI