India, June 2 -- India and Germany on Tuesday explored a future-oriented partnership in quantum communication, photonics, quantum satellite communication, space technologies and deep-tech innovation.

The partnership was signed when Mario Voigt, Minister-President of the Free State of Thuringia, Germany, currently on India visit, called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh.

The meeting brought together representatives from government, research institutions and industry from both sides to identify pathways for connecting innovation ecosystems and accelerating collaboration i...