
Vikrant Singh Shekhawat
- India,
- 10-Feb-2025,
PM Modi France Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached Paris on a three-day official visit, where he was given a grand welcome by the Indian community. The objective of this visit is to further strengthen cooperation between India and France and to take the partnership in the technological and innovation sectors to new heights at the global level.India's participation in AI SummitPM Modi will co-chair the 'AI Action Summit' with French President Emmanuel Macron. This summit is an important platform to discuss global guidelines and policies in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). This summit will strengthen digital cooperation between India and France regarding future opportunities related to AI and technology.Bilateral talks and state banquetPM Modi and President Macron will hold bilateral talks, in which trade, defense, technological cooperation and global issues will be discussed. Apart from this, a grand dinner will be organized at the Elysee Palace, which will be attended by CEOs and prominent personalities of global technology companies. This meeting will be helpful in further strengthening India-France trade and innovation relations.Tribute at Mazargues War MemorialPM Modi will visit the Mazargues War Memorial to pay tribute to the Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in World War I. The memorial is a symbol of the valor of thousands of Indian soldiers who laid down their lives to protect France and Europe.Inauguration of India's new Consulate General in MarseillePM Modi will inaugurate India's new Consulate General in Marseille. It will play an important role in expanding India-France trade and diplomatic relations. Marseille is a strategically important port city, which is connected to the trade network of Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia. India wants to use the Marseille port to advance its trade interests.Visit to Cadarache and ITER projectPM Modi and President Macron will visit the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project located in Cadarache. This project is considered an important step towards global energy security and sustainable energy sources. India is a key partner in this project and through this wants to strengthen its role in global energy solutions.New possibilities of India-France cooperationThis is PM Modi's sixth visit to France and this visit is going to give a new direction to the strategic cooperation between the two countries. Strong partnership in areas like AI, technology, energy and defense will further strengthen India-France relations.This visit of the Prime Minister will not only deepen bilateral relations but will also showcase India's technological and diplomatic power at the global level.