Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with select investors and venture capital leaders from India, France, and other nations before the Bharat Innovates Summit inauguration in Nice. The summit, focusing on innovation, will be jointly launched by PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron. It aims to facilitate collaboration, investment, and innovation partnerships among startups, investors, and technology stakeholders from India, France, and globally.
The interaction with investors underscores India and France’s efforts to enhance cooperation in emerging technologies, innovation, and entrepreneurship within their Special Global Strategic Partnership. The Bharat Innovates Summit is anticipated to play a crucial role in promoting cross-border investments and strengthening ties between the startup ecosystems of both countries.
During their time in Nice, Prime Minister Modi and President Macron are scheduled to engage in bilateral discussions encompassing various aspects of India-France relations. These talks are likely to center on innovation, technology, trade, defense cooperation, and broader strategic matters, reflecting the broadening engagement between the two nations.
PM Modi’s visit to France, spanning from June 13 to June 18, will include visits to three significant cities – Nice, Evian, and Paris. Additionally, upon his arrival in France, PM Modi shared moments of his interaction with the Indian community in Nice, emphasizing the strong bond that the diaspora maintains with India despite the geographical distance.
