France’s Emmanuel Macron touches down in India on February 16 night, accompanied by Brigitte Macron, for engagements that blend diplomacy, tech innovation, and cultural ties. Arriving at Mumbai airport late, his visit officially launches February 17, as outlined by India’s Foreign Ministry.
Prime billing goes to the 3:15 PM February 17 meeting with PM Modi at Lok Bhawan, complete with MoU signings and a joint declaration on collaborative fronts. The day advances to the 5:20 PM India-France Innovation Forum at Taj Mahal Palace, culminating in an 8:15 PM event at Gateway of India inaugurating the 2026-extending India-France Year of Innovation and Culture.
On to Bharat Mandapam in Delhi February 18 at 1 PM, then back February 19 from 8:45 AM for AI Impact Summit duties: family photo at 9:15 AM, opening ceremony at 9:40 AM, country pavilion visit at 10:40 AM, leaders’ photo with ministers at 11:30 AM, plenary discussions and lunch at noon, before a 3:45 PM departure.
Leaders will deliberate Horizon 2047 priorities, Indo-Pacific collaboration, and broader global concerns. Mumbai’s innovation launch adds flair. The February 16-20 AI Summit, PM Modi-opened, pioneers AI discourse in the Global South, driving India’s growth narrative through enhanced governance, services, inclusivity, and 2047 vision—powered by cultural-linguistic strengths for diverse AI models.
Post-Modi’s France visit, this trip cements bilateral trust, strategic depth, and joint resolve.