Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and India’s counterpart have pledged to reduce trade barriers as part of their joint efforts to secure a free trade deal with the EU. The officials highlighted the importance of collaboration between the two nations to move forward with the negotiations. Wadephul noted that while other countries, such as the US, have imposed trade barriers, Germany and India should work towards reducing them. India’s minister expressed confidence in Germany’s support for the EU trade talks, stating that they are counting on the country’s assistance to achieve a successful agreement.