Emmanuel Macron

June 12, 2026 3:05 PM

India-France ties enter new era with elevation to ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’

India and France have entered a new phase in their bilateral relationship with the elevation of ties to a "Special Global Strategic Partnership," reflecting growing strategic convergence between the two countries amid shifting global geopolitical dynamics. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the upgrade, announced during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India in February 2026, builds upon nearly three decades of strategic cooperation that began in 1998 when France be...

March 26, 2026 6:04 PM

G7 leaders’ June summit to include India, South Korea, Brazil, Kenya, but not China, Elysee says

France will host the leaders of India, South Korea, Brazil and Kenya at the G7 leaders' summit in Evian-les-Bains in June, a move Paris says is aimed at broadening support for its goal of correcting global economic imbalances. At the core of France's push is a drive to prevent a "massive financial crisis" by urging China - which will be notable by its absence - to boost domestic demand and reduce its destabilising exports, and by calling on the U.S. to curb its deficits and on Europe to produce...

March 5, 2026 10:38 AM

PM Modi greets Shivraj Singh Chouhan on his birthday, lauds his work for farmers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, praising his dedication to the welfare of farmers and the growth of the agriculture sector. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said “Best wishes to Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Ji on his birthday. He is admired for his humble nature and connect with the people. He is working tirelessly for the welfare of our farmers and growth of the agriculture sector. Praying for his lo...

March 5, 2026 9:41 AM

PM Modi thanks French President Emmanuel Macron for Holi greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron exchanged warm Holi greetings on Wednesday, highlighting the close friendship between India and France and reflecting the spirit of cultural diplomacy associated with the festival. President Macron took to X to wish PM Modi in Hindi, writing, “Happy Holi, my friend!” Responding to the greeting, PM Modi said, “Thanks a lot my friend! On the auspicious occasion of Holi, I wish you and the people of France lots of happiness a...

March 3, 2026 10:12 AM

France to boost nuclear arsenal, involve European allies in deterrence

France will expand its nuclear arsenal and will potentially allow European partners to host its aircraft on nuclear deterrence missions, President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday, signalling a major doctrine change for France and the continent. Though France and Britain are both nuclear powers, most European countries have relied primarily on the United States for deterring any potential adversaries - a decades-old pillar of transatlantic security. But Trump's rapprochement with Russia on the U...

February 19, 2026 1:07 PM

French President Macron hails India’s digital revolution, says future of AI lies in combining technology with humanity

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday lauded India’s digital transformation and its pioneering role in technology governance, describing it as a global benchmark, during his keynote address at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Opening his speech with a warm “Namaste,” Macron thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for hosting the summit and said he was pleased to return to India after his 2024 state visit. He framed his address around a compelling s...

February 19, 2026 11:01 AM

PM Modi shares warm bonhomie with Presidents Lula and Macron at India AI Impact Summit 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared warm bonhomie with global leaders at Bharat Mandapam during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. The Prime Minister was seen exchanging a cordial greeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Representing key voices of the Global South, the two leaders displayed a close personal rapport as they entered the venue together, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between India and Brazil, particularly in the areas of global techno...

February 18, 2026 11:25 AM

India, France elevate ties to ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’; sign key pacts on defence, critical minerals and innovation

India and France on Tuesday elevated their bilateral relationship to a “Special Global Strategic Partnership”, marking a significant expansion of cooperation across defence, critical minerals, advanced technologies, climate action, health, education and economic security. The decision was announced following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai. Macron, who is on an official visit to India from February 17 to 19, also jointly inaugurated ...

February 17, 2026 4:24 PM

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with French President Macron in Mumbai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at Maharashtra Lok Bhavan in Mumbai. The two leaders shared a warm embrace before beginning their discussions at Lok Bhavan, underscoring the close personal rapport and strategic depth of India-France ties. After the meeting, PM Modi said, "It’s a delight to meet my friend, President Macron in Mumbai! He told me he really likes the city and also enjoyed his run earlier in the day!" Ministry of...

February 17, 2026 2:14 PM

India-France strategic partnership enters a new era under Horizon 2047

As India and France approach three decades of their strategic partnership, the relationship is entering a more ambitious and future-oriented phase under the Horizon 2047 roadmap. India established diplomatic relations with France in 1947, but the defining moment came on 26 January 1998, when the two countries launched a Strategic Partnership - India’s first with a Western nation and France’s first outside the European Union. Since then, ties have steadily expanded across defence, civil nucl...