The French Foreign Ministry emphasized the strengthening ties between India and France during the G7 Summit in Evian. Pascal Confavreux, the Ministry’s Spokesperson, highlighted the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the summit, underscoring the positive trajectory of the bilateral relationship. He mentioned that the visit of PM Modi to France symbolizes the deepening connections between the two nations, with engagements spanning various sectors like innovation, culture, economy, and defense.
At the G7 leaders’ meeting, Prime Minister Modi is actively engaging in discussions on global economic imbalances. Following this, he is scheduled to participate in the VivaTech Summit in Paris, showcasing the collaborative efforts in the tech sector. The French spokesperson emphasized the robust nature of the bilateral relations, indicating a promising future in multiple domains, including innovation, culture, and defense cooperation.
Commenting on the Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Confavreux expressed support for the deal, emphasizing the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz for economic stability. He highlighted the need to address Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs, along with its regional proxies. France stands prepared to contribute to discussions and is willing to deploy a multinational mission to facilitate the restoration of trust for smooth maritime traffic in the region.
