The stage is set for a landmark diplomatic engagement as French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in India amid great fanfare. PM Narendra Modi has voiced optimism about elevating India-France partnerships through upcoming dialogues, focusing on innovation and progress.
Modi’s welcoming message on X captured the spirit: ‘Warm welcome to India! We await your visit to soar our relations higher. Confident our discussions will fortify ties in diverse areas, benefiting global advancement. Catch you in Mumbai and Delhi, my friend.’
Upon landing in Mumbai, Macron was accorded a ceremonial welcome by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis alongside Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat. He’s here for the India AI Impact Summit slated for February 19 in New Delhi.
External Affairs Ministry chimed in: ‘Building a stronger India-France strategic bond! President Macron warmly welcomed at Mumbai by Maharashtra and Gujarat Governors Acharya Devvrat.’
During the visit, PM Modi and President Macron will engage in key bilateral meetings—first in Mumbai on Tuesday to evaluate strategic partnership milestones and deliberate on global challenges, then in Delhi on February 19.
The evening will see them unveil the India-France Year of Innovation 2026 at 5:15 PM, with participation from top industrialists, startup pioneers, researchers, and innovation stakeholders.
This tour is a catalyst for the thriving India-France alliance, promising accelerated cooperation in cutting-edge fields like AI and beyond. As leaders converge, the outcomes could herald a new era of collaborative success on the world stage.