New Delhi, February 19 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Emmanuel Macron before the French President concluded his visit to India on Thursday, following his participation in the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.
The two leaders held discussions on a busy day as PM Modi welcomed world leaders to the landmark summit.
During Macron's official visit from February 17 to 19, both leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation across a wide range of areas, as outlined in the Horizon 2047 Roadmap.
They also discussed other regional and global issues of mutual interest, including cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. The two leaders jointly inaugurated the India-France Year of Innovation in Mumbai, which will be celebrated throughout 2026 in both countries.
The French President's visit follows Prime Minister Modi's visit to France in February 2025, and reflects the mutual trust and depth of the India-France Strategic Partnership, as well as the shared commitment of the two countries to further deepen it.
Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh saw off the President of France at the Delhi airport on Thursday evening.
"During his successful visit, our bilateral relations were elevated to a Special Global Strategic Partnership – further expanding our bilateral cooperation in areas such as defense, critical minerals, advanced technologies, climate action, health, education, and economic security. His participation and insightful engagement in the AI Impact Summit have added significant momentum to India-France cooperation in emerging technologies, innovation, and responsible AI," Singh posted on X.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the French President's visit provided a "significant boost" to the multifaceted ties between the two countries, from deepening progress on the 'Horizon 2047' goals to pioneering AI for humanity, inclusive growth, and a sustainable future.