After two grueling days of discussions, revisions, and compromises, the Indo-German technical cooperation agreement was finally ready.
In the heart of Bonn, the conference room had been transformed into a stage for diplomacy. Flags of India and West Germany hung prominently, their colors vivid against the polished wood and clean lines of the room.
Delegates from both nations sat in clusters, some reviewing documents, others exchanging murmurs of reassurance.
Prime Minister Rohan arrived precisely on time, his stride purposeful but not hurried.
He had learned over the years how to balance confidence with approachability, and today was no exception.
Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, standing at the far end of the room, greeted him with a warm smile.
As they shook hands, the room filled with the sound of camera shutters.
Rohan leaned in slightly. "A handshake for the history books, Chancellor."
