The Indo-Pacific region is a true global economic heavyweight that generates 60% of global GDP and two thirds of global growth. However, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific are inseparably linked with Europe and the entire world. Regional and local conflicts also have global ramifications, including economic crises and other vastly further-reaching impacts. They put pressure on the rules-based international order. That is why Germany continues to expand its engagement in the Indo-Pacific region – a process it began before the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine. At the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi, I will talk to many of our partners about how Germany and Europe can contribute to maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific and reducing tensions. And at the India Europe Conclave of the Confederation of Indian Industry, we will discuss how economic relations between the EU and India can be speedily expanded yet further.