German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Bengaluru as part of his India tour, focusing on economic and technological ties. He toured the Bosch campus, experiencing innovations like a hydrogen engine truck and AI security solutions, and also visited the Indian Institute of Science's Centre for Nano Science and Engineering. Bosch highlighted the visit as a testament to the strong partnership between India and Germany, reinforcing India's role as a hub for innovation and economic growth. The visit also coincided with 25 years of strategic partnership and 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations.