President Emmanuel Macron

April 22, 2026 10:27 PM

French soldier dies of wounds after attack on UN force in Lebanon

President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday that a second French soldier had died following an attack on United Nations peacekeepers in Lebanon last week, which he said was carried out by Iran‑backed Hezbollah. The soldier, Chief Corporal Anicet Girardin, was severely wounded on April 18 and died of his wounds after being evacuated to France on Tuesday, Macron said in a post on social media platform X. One of his colleagues was killed immediately while clearing a road in southern Lebanon in ...

March 2, 2026 9:40 PM

Macron to boost nuclear arsenal, involve European allies in doctrine change

France will increase the size of its nuclear arsenal and strengthen its deterrent, with an increasing risk of conflicts globally crossing the nuclear threshold, President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday. "We are currently experiencing a period of geopolitical upheaval fraught with risk," Macron said in a speech delivered from a submarine base in Brittany, adding that a "hardening" of the French deterrence model was needed. Unveiling the update to France's nuclear doctrine at a nuclear base on t...

February 12, 2025 9:22 PM

PM Modi departs for US after ‘productive’ France visit, Macron sees him off at airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his three-day visit to France on Wednesday, describing it as "historic and productive." In a special gesture, French President Emmanuel Macron personally bid farewell to PM Modi at the airport, with the two leaders sharing a warm hug before departure. PM Modi left Marseille for Washington, D.C., for the second leg of his two-nation tour. During his time in France, he participated in high-level discussions and events covering artificial intelligence, commer...

February 12, 2025 7:32 PM

“Historic moment in Marseille,” PM Modi says as he inaugurates Indian Consulate

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron jointly inaugurated the Indian Consulate in Marseille on Wednesday, marking what PM Modi described as a "historic moment" in India-France relations. Reflecting on Marseille's deep historical ties with India, PM Modi recalled that the city served as an important base for Indian troops during the First World War and has a significant connection to freedom fighter Veer Savarkar. “A historic moment in Marseille! President Emmanuel...

February 12, 2025 6:45 PM

PM Modi, Macron hold bilateral talks; France to host 10 Indian startups

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held bilateral talks on Wednesday, reviewing key areas of cooperation, including defense, space, civil nuclear collaboration, health, and people-to-people ties. A major highlight of the discussions was France’s decision to host 10 Indian startups at its prestigious startup incubator, Station F, marking a significant boost for India-France business and technology collaboration. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, addressing a press...

February 12, 2025 1:22 AM

This is the right time to invest in India: PM Modi at India-France CEO Forum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that this is the right time for businesses to come to India as the country works towards the goal of becoming 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047 while providing a robust business-friendly environment and policy continuity. Addressing the 14th India-France CEO Forum here, PM Modi said this meeting is a confluence of the best business minds from India and France. “I see that all of you are working with the mantra of innovate, collaborate, and integrate. You ar...

February 11, 2025 10:55 PM

French President backs PM Modi on fair access to AI

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the AI Action Summit, underscoring the importance of equitable access to Artificial Intelligence for global progress. Addressing an audience of industry leaders, policymakers, and AI experts, Macron highlighted the need for trust and inclusivity in AI development, stressing that access to such transformative technology must be available across continents. "Fair and open access is of decisive importance. We ...

February 11, 2025 6:55 PM

India to host next global summit: PM Modi at Paris AI Action Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India will host the next Global AI Summit, following discussions at the AI Action Summit in Paris. Co-chaired by PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron, the summit focused on fostering global cooperation in the development of Artificial Intelligence technologies. During his concluding address, PM Modi welcomed the establishment of the "AI Foundation" and the "Council for Sustainable AI." He lauded France and President Macron for their leadership...

February 11, 2025 10:04 AM

Great, great victory: PM Modi congratulates JD Vance for US poll win

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with US Vice President J.D. Vance during a dinner at the Elysee Palace in Paris hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the state dinner, marked PM Modi's first interaction with the top leadership of the Trump administration ahead of his upcoming visit to Washington. During their conversation, PM Modi congratulated Vance on his electoral victory. "Congratulations. Great, great victory," he said while shaking hands with...

February 10, 2025 11:51 PM

PM’s visit to France: ‘Modi Ki Guarantee’ slogans echo as diaspora welcomes him

A large crowd gathered on the streets of Paris to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who landed at Orly Airport on Monday to co-chair the crucial AI Action Summit and hold talks with French President Emmanuel Macron. Wearing colorful turbans and traditional attire while holding the Tricolour, the Indian-origin crowd played instruments like the dhol, singing “Modi Ki Guarantee” as PM Modi looked on. The crowd also raised slogans of "Modi, Modi" to warmly welcome the visiting Indian Prime ...