PM Modi To Visit France From June 13-18 For G-7 Summit And Bharat Innovates

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a high-profile official visit to France from June 13 to June 18, 2026. This visit marks a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between the two nations, which have seen a consistent deepening of ties over recent years. This will be the 7th official visit of Prime Minister Modi to France since he took office in 2014, reflecting the high frequency and intensity of top-level engagements between New Delhi and Paris. The visit follows the recent trip of the French President to India between February 17 and February 19, during which the relationship was elevated to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. Now, PM Modi's return visit is expected to result in several key agreements across various sectors.

Detailed Itinerary and High-Level Engagements

The Prime Minister's schedule is packed with high-level meetings and events across three major French cities. He will begin his tour in Nice on June 13 and 14, 2026. Following this, he will travel to Evian for the G-7 Summit on June 16 and 17. The final leg of his journey will take him to Paris on June 17 and 18, 2026. This structured visit aims to maintain the momentum of high-level dialogue and deepen cooperation across all sectors, with a specific focus on innovation, science and technology, the economy, cultural exchanges, and strengthening people-to-people ties.

Inauguration of Bharat Innovates Event

In Nice, Prime Minister Modi, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, will inaugurate the 'Bharat Innovates' event. This prestigious event is designed to bring together top innovation startups from India, France, and across the globe. Occurring during the India-France Year of Innovation, this event is set to forge a strong innovation partnership between the two countries. More than 120 Indian companies and startups are expected to participate, alongside prominent business leaders, investors, and CEOs from France and other nations. This platform will serve as a catalyst for future technological collaborations.

Bilateral Summit and G-7 Participation

The visit will also feature the first bilateral summit between PM Modi and President Macron in Nice, while following this, the Prime Minister will attend the G-7 Summit in Evian on June 16 and 17, upon the special invitation of President Macron. India's presence at the G-7 Summit underscores its recognition as a leading voice of the Global South and a vital partner in addressing shared global challenges. This participation highlights India's growing influence in international governance and its commitment to collaborative problem-solving on the world stage.

VivaTech Summit and Digital Transformation

On June 18, 2026, the Prime Minister will be in Paris to join President Macron at the VivaTech Summit, which is recognized as Europe's largest technology and startup event. A dedicated Indian Pavilion will be featured at the summit, which is set to be the largest pavilion this year, while pM Modi's participation in both Bharat Innovates and the VivaTech Summit will project India as a global hub for innovation, digital transformation, and entrepreneurship. This engagement is expected to foster new partnerships between the Indian and European technology ecosystems.

Strengthening India-EU and Strategic Ties

This visit provides a crucial opportunity to reaffirm the India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership and broader India-European Union relations. It allows for a comprehensive review of bilateral cooperation across all fields and an exchange of views on international issues to help build a stable, prosperous, and multipolar world order. India and France established diplomatic relations in 1947, shortly after India's independence, and have maintained close, friendly ties ever since. The strategic partnership, which began on January 26, 1998, is over 25 years old. Notably, this was India's first strategic partnership with a Western country and France's first with a non-Western nation. The visit will further advance high-level political dialogue and strengthen national capacities in economic and security sectors, aligning with the vision of deepening cooperation with a trusted friend.