Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron are currently engaged in a bilateral meeting at Mumbai’s Lok Bhavan. The meeting, attended by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and other officials, aims to review the progress of the India-France Strategic Partnership. Both leaders warmly greeted each other before commencing discussions.
The talks between PM Modi and Macron will cover various aspects of strengthening their strategic relationship and expanding cooperation into new sectors. They will also exchange views on key regional and global issues. Later, the two leaders will jointly inaugurate the ‘India-France Year of Innovation 2026’ and address a gathering of business leaders, start-up founders, researchers, and innovators from both nations.
President Macron, expressing solidarity with India, paid tribute to the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, including two French citizens. He condemned terrorism and reiterated France’s support for India in combating this menace. Macron’s visit, at PM Modi’s invitation for the AI Impact Summit, underscores the strong bilateral ties and shared commitment to deepen the Strategic Partnership.
PM Modi welcomed Macron to India, expressing confidence in enhancing cooperation for global progress. Macron’s visit, his fourth to India and first official engagement in Mumbai, follows PM Modi’s trip to France in February 2025. The visits highlight the mutual trust and commitment to further strengthening the partnership between the two countries.
