Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron engaged in delegation-level discussions in Nice, France. The meeting included the presence of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, NSA Ajit Doval, and other officials. The leaders are set to assess the comprehensive India-France bilateral relationship, recently upgraded to a Special Global Strategic Partnership.
PM Modi and President Macron visited Villa Kerlyos in Nice earlier, where they shared light-hearted moments while exploring the site. They also jointly inaugurated the ‘Bharat Innovates’ event, where PM Modi emphasized India’s ongoing reform initiatives and the expanding startup ecosystem. India’s Prime Minister invited global innovators to collaborate with the country in developing technological solutions for worldwide challenges.
During the ‘Bharat Innovates’ event, PM Modi highlighted India’s position as the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem and reiterated the nation’s commitment to innovation-driven progress. Macron, acknowledging PM Modi’s presence at the event, expressed France’s honor in hosting him and praised the Indian leader’s efforts in strengthening bilateral ties. Before the event, PM Modi interacted with investors and venture capital leaders from India, France, and other nations.
PM Modi’s official visit to Nice, following President Macron’s invitation, was marked by a warm reception from French officials and the Indian diaspora. The Prime Minister was greeted with chants of “Modi Modi” and “Bharat Mata ki Jai,” alongside traditional dance performances. The visit signifies the close relationship between India and France, with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
