What happened:
On January 13, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to French President Emmanuel Macron, and reaffirmed the strong and trusted India–France Strategic Partnership. The two sides discussed expanding cooperation across innovation, technology, education, and exchanged views on key regional and global issues, as both countries mark the India–France Year of Innovation.
Why it matters to India:
The meeting underscores the depth of India–France ties ahead of President Macron’s visit to India and reinforces cooperation in defence, technology, and global security. It highlights France’s role as a key strategic partner in India’s long-term geopolitical and innovation-driven objectives.