India–Germany Joint Declaration of Intent(JDI) | 20 Jan 2026

Source: PIB 

Recently, India and Germany signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) on Telecommunications Cooperation during the visit of the German Chancellor to India, strengthening collaboration in digital technologies and IT sectors. 

Joint Declaration on Telecommunications 

• It establishes a structured framework for bilateral cooperation in telecommunications and Information & Communication Technologies (ICTs). 
• The Declaration emphasises collaboration in emerging and future digital technologies, exchange of best practices on policy and regulatory frameworks, promotion of manufacturing and ease of doing business, and facilitation of innovation through engagement of government, industry, academia and research institutions. 
• To ensure effective and outcome-oriented cooperation, the Declaration provides for regular consultations, annual high-level meetings, and the creation of dedicated working groups, supported by the development of a joint work plan to align shared priorities. 
• The Indo-German Digital Dialogue Work Plan (2026–27) has been finalised, covering cooperation in AI, data governance, telecommunications and Industry 4.0. 
• Both sides have also agreed to coordinate in relevant international fora to promote common understanding and advance shared perspectives on telecommunications governance and digital development, thereby strengthening multilateral cooperation.