Warm Welcome in Germany
Chief Minister Stalin landed in Düsseldorf on August 30, 2025.
Tamil diaspora greeted him with flowers, Tamil flags, and a grand cultural reception.
Stalin posted on X: “Hallo Deutschland! Embraced by the affection of my Tamil family here.”
Investment Conclave in Düsseldorf
On September 1, he led a high-powered investment meet in Düsseldorf.
Business leaders and industrial giants from Germany and Europe participated.
Talks focused on manufacturing, high-tech industries, renewable energy, and EVs.
Stalin also held a one-on-one meeting with NRW Chief Minister Hans Hendrik Wüst to strengthen industrial cooperation.
Tamil Nadu’s Economic Vision
The DMK government since 2021 has secured ₹10.62 lakh crore investments through 922 MoUs.
These investments created 32 lakh+ jobs for the youth of Tamil Nadu.
Earlier foreign tours (U.S., Spain, UAE, Singapore, Japan) brought 36 MoUs worth ₹18,498 crore, with 23 already being implemented.
Stalin reiterated Tamil Nadu’s target: becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030.
Cambridge & Oxford University Engagements
On Sept 2-3, Stalin visited Cambridge University to interact with entrepreneurs, researchers, and academics.
On Sept 4, at Oxford University, he unveiled a portrait of Periyar E.V. Ramasamy.
The event also marked the centenary of the Self-Respect Movement with the release of two commemorative books.
Stalin declared: “Oppression is my enemy – Periyar’s voice now resonates at Oxford.”
Diaspora Connect in London
On Sept 6, he attended Tamil diaspora welfare and cultural meets in London.
Recognized contributions of global Tamils in education, business, and culture.
Invited the diaspora to invest in Tamil Nadu’s growth story.
Blending Culture with Commerce
The trip balanced economic diplomacy with cultural symbolism.
Investment talks in Germany + academic/cultural diplomacy in the UK created a dual impact.
Showcased Tamil Nadu as both a modern industrial hub and a torchbearer of social justice values.
Political Undertone
Critics questioned foreign trips as “showpiece tours.”
Stalin countered: “Unlike earlier tours, ours have delivered jobs and industries.”
Highlighted the 77–80% MoU implementation rate as proof of credibility.
Quick Tour Facts
| Detail | Information |
| Tour Duration | Aug 30 – Sept 8, 2025 |
| Countries Visited | Germany & United Kingdom |
| Major Highlights | Düsseldorf investment meet, Periyar portrait unveiling at Oxford |
| Economic Target | $1 trillion TN economy by 2030 |
| Cultural Note | 100 years of Self-Respect Movement |
Stalin’s Europe visit is not just about investments—it is about positioning Tamil Nadu on the world stage.
From Düsseldorf’s industry corridors to Oxford’s historic halls, the tour reflects a fusion of growth and identity.
As MoUs turn into jobs and factories, this mission could mark a turning point in Tamil Nadu’s global outreach.