'Long live India-France friendship, tweets French President Emmanuel Macron after talks with PM Modi | Updates

Pascal Cagni, France's Ambassador for International Investment on interaction with PM Modi says, "We had discussions on topics where we have been successful right through Rafael, defence, submarines & aeroplanes...There are topics related to artificial intelligence, green transitions where France has got a leading position with a large share of its energy mix in renewable energy. Essentially all topics are embedded into the Plan 2030 which is a plan of $54 billion in which we invest to essentially half of it decarbonize our economy. So that's the topics that are very close to the heart of our Indian friends and PM Modi and we hope that we will be able to translate that in concrete terms..."

PM Narendra Modi raises a toast to the India-France relations at the Banquet dinner being hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.

''Charting the future of Strategic Partnership. PM Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron held tête-à-tête and delegation-level talks in the Elysee Palace. Agenda covered a wide range of areas of bilateral cooperation including defence, space, civil nuclear, science & technology, trade & investment, energy, climate action, culture and people-to-people ties," tweets MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi.

"...United Payments Interface (UPI) has arrived at an understanding, through which the interface between the UPI-based payments model & the French ecosystem of payments modalities will be able to talk to each other technically...technologically & be able to affect those payments...the large extensive tested out digital public infrastructure model that India brings to the table is of huge value proposition...": Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra briefs about PM Narendra Modi's visit to France.

In a reply to French President Emmanuel Macron's "long live India-France friendship tweet, PM Modi retweeted it and wrote, "India-France friends foreover".

President @EmmanuelMacron and I met top CEOs to discuss ways to diversify business cooperation. I highlighted the reforms in India and urged entrepreneurs to harness the many opportunities our nation offers, said PM Modi.

"India and France will keep working together to boost the innovation and StartUp ecosystems. Climate change and sustainable development also featured prominently in our discussions. Equally noteworthy was the emphasis on tech and defence," tweeted PM Modi.

"The talks with my friend, President @EmmanuelMacron were very productive. We reviewed the full range of India-France relations. I am particularly enthusiastic about deepening cooperation in futuristic sectors like green hydrogen, renewable energy, AI, semiconductors and more," the Prime Minister added.

"France's National Day is the symbol of 'liberty, equality and fraternity' for the world," says PM Modi in joint press meet with French President Emmanuel Macron at Elysee Palace in Paris, France.

"We will open a new Indian Consulate in the city of Marseille. We welcome the decision to grant long-term visas to people of Indian origin studying in France. I invite French universities to set up their campuses in India... Indian athletes are excited to participate in next year's Paris Olympics," said PM Modi.

"Defence ties have always been the basic foundation of our relations. This is a symbol of the deep trust between the two nations. France is an important partner in Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat... Be it submarines or Indian Naval ships, together we want to fulfill not just ours but also the requirements of other friendly countries..." said PM Modi. 

"I welcome the long-term agreement between Indian Oil and France's Total company to export Liquefied natural gas (LNG), it will help in achieving our target of clean energy transition," said PM Modi in joint presser with French President.

"...We are celebrating 25 years of our strategic partnership. We are making a roadmap for the next 25 years on the basis of the strong foundation of the previous 25 years. Bold and ambitious goals are being set for this. People of India have taken the resolve to make ourselves a developed nation. In this journey, we see France as a natural partner..." said PM Modi in a joint press statement with French President Emmanuel Macron.

"...Yesterday French President Emmanuel Macron conferred me with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, the highest award in France. It is not my honour but the honour of 140 crore people of the country," said PM Modi.

"...We can't forget the youth...By 2030, we want to send 30,000 French students there (to India)... For the young Indians who want to pursue higher education in France, we want to make a conducive visa policy..." says French President Emmanuel Macron.

French President Emmanuel Macron receives Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Élysée Palace in Paris.

French President Emmanuel Macron says, "...I was proud to see the Punjab Regiment here in the heart of Paris (at the Bastille Day parade). We are going ahead on the basis of a historic trust. Together we can find solutions for global crises..."

French President Emmanuel Macron receives Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Elysee Palace in Paris.

PM Modi tweets | When it comes to motivating youngsters towards science and space, Thomas Pesquet’s name figures prominently. It was a delight to meet him and exchange views on a wide range of subjects. His energy and insights are very valuable. @Thom_astro

Met the Global CEO of @CHANEL, Mrs. Leena Nair. It’s always a delight to meet a person of Indian origin who has made a mark at the world stage. We had a great conversation about ways to further boost skill development among artisans and to make Khadi more popular.

In Paris, I had the opportunity to meet the remarkable Charlotte Chopin. She began practising Yoga at the age of 50. She’s going to turn hundred soon but her passion towards Yoga and fitness has only increased over the years, tweets PM Modi. 

On this historic occasion of Bastille Day, joined the parade in Paris. My heartfelt gratitude for the warm welcome and honour received.

This 14 July, soldiers and Rafale aircraft from India are marching and flying alongside our troops. We honour the memory of those who fought with the French in the First World War. We shall never forget, says French President Emmanuel Macron.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the lunch hosted by President of France's National Assembly Yael Braun-Pivet in Paris.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that 1.4 billion Indians will always be grateful to France for being a strong and trusted partner. READ MORE

France: Ahead of the commencement of the Bastille Day parade, contingents begin gathering in Paris.

French President Macron tweets in Hindi as he welcomes PM Narendra Modi to Paris. "India and France are celebrating 25 years of strategic cooperation and ever-strong ties of trust and friendship..," he tweets in Hindi.

Bastille Day: Security vehicles and personnel were seen on the streets of Paris. PM Narendra Modi will witness the Bastille Day Parade today around 1.30 pm IST.

PM Modi thanks French President Macron, First Lady for hosting him at Elysee Palace.

PM Modi was conferred with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, France's highest award. France President Macron gave the award at the Elysee Palace in Paris.

French President  Macron hosts PM Modi for private dinner at Élysée Palace.

"French football player Kylian Mbappe is superhit among the youth in India. Mbappe is probably known to more people in India than in France," said PM Modi, in Paris.

A member of the Indian diaspora gets emotional after PM Modi's speech in Paris.

"I think it was a wonderful speech. I am very touched, it was a beautiful speech...I think he spoke from his heart...," she said.

Saint Thiruvalluvar's statue will be installed in France. A statue of the great Thiruvalluvar in France is an honour for India, says PM Modi.

Indian diaspora outside the community event venue in Paris clap for the Indian Tri-Service contingent. The contingent will participate in the Bastille Day parade in Paris, France today. 

PM Narendra Modi arrives at Elysee Palace in Paris for the dinner. He was received by French President Emmanuel Macron and French First Lady Brigitte Macron.

It has been decided that Indian students pursuing Masters in France will be given 5-year long term post-study visa, says PM Modi. 

"India and France have agreed to use UPI in France. In the coming days, it will begin from the Eiffel Tower which means Indian tourists will now be able to pay in rupees," said PM Modi to Indian diaspora.

"After some hours, we will launch the historic Chandrayaan-3 from Sriharikota," said PM Modi amid a huge rounding applause from the Indian diaspora in Paris.

"Reverse counting of launching Chandranyaan has started in India. After some hours, we will launch the historic Chandrayaan-3 from Sriharikota," he said.

World has come to believe that it won't take long for India to become USD 5 trillion economy, says PM Modi to Indian diaspora in Paris.

India is mother of democracy and model of diversity; it's our big strength, says PM Modi in Paris. 

"Hundreds of years ago, Indian soldiers protecting the pride of France, were martyred on French soil while performing their duty. Punjab Regiment, one of the regiments that took part in the war here, is going to participate in the National Day Parade tomorrow," said PM Modi.

"India has resolved that it will not let any opportunity slip, nor will it let a moment go to waste. I have resolved that every second of my time is for the people of the country," said PM Modi in Paris.

"Be it climate change, global supply chain or terrorism, India's experience in tackling various challenges is proving helpful for the world," said PM Modi.

"People-to-people connect is the strongest foundation of the India-France partnership. India and France are tackling many challenges of the 21st century.  Therefore, at this crucial time, the importance of the strategic partnership between our countries has increased even more," said PM Modi.

"Tomorrow, the soldiers of India's all three forces will take part in the Bastille Day Parade," said PM Modi during his interaction with the Indian diaspora.

World moving towards new order, India's strength & role changing very quickly, PM Modi at community address in France.

"I have visited France several times but this time my visit is special. Tomorrow is France's National Day. I congratulate the people of France. I thank the people of France for inviting me. Today French PM received me at the airport and tomorrow I will attend the National Day parade with my friend Emmanuel Macron. This is a reflection of the unbreakable friendship between India and France," said PM Modi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently addressing the Indian diaspora in Paris, said, "I have visited France several times but this time my visit is special. Tomorrow is France's National Day. I congratulate the people of France. I thank the people of France for inviting me. Today French PM received me at the airport and tomorrow I will attend the National Day parade with my friend Emmanuel Macron. This is a reflection of the unbreakable friendship between India and France."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently addressing the Indian diaspora in Paris, said, "When I hear 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' abroad, I feel I have come home."

"I would like to thank the people of France and President Macron for inviting me to attend the grand ceremony. Tomorrow, I will be joining the parade with President Macron. It shows the deep friendship between the two nations," PM Modi said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently addressing the Indian diaspora in Paris, applauded the efforts of people who came here to attend the grand event.

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Cultural performances by the Indian diaspora at the La Seine Musicale in Paris ahead of the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister will address an Indian Community event at around 11 PM today.

PM Narendra Modi holds delegation-level talks with French counterpart Elisabeth Borne, in Paris.

PM Narendra Modi meets Gerard Larcher, President of the French Senate, in Paris. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to France and will attend the Bastille Day Parade in Paris on July 14 as the guest of honour.

PM Modi's schedule in Paris on July 14 | All timings in Paris local time    

• 10 AM - 12:20 PM | Bastille Day
• 1 PM | PM Modi to attend lunch hosted by President of National Assembly
• 2:40 PM | Meeting with prominent personalities
• 5 PM | Ceremonial Reception, Tete a Tete, Delegation Talks, Press Statements 
• 7 PM | CEO Forum
• 8:30 PM | Banquet Dinner in Louvre

July 15

00:15 AM | Departure for Abu Dhabi

UAE Schedule | All timings in Abu Dhabi local time

• 9:15 AM | Arrival
• 12:40 PM | Ceremonial welcome, Delegation Talks, Tete-a-Tete
• 1:50 PM | Banquet lunch
• 3:15 PM | Departure for Delhi

WATCH | PM Narendra Modi greets members of the Indian diaspora who have gathered in Paris to welcome him.

WATCH | A woman of the Indian diaspora dedicates a song to PM Narendra Modi after he met them in Paris.

PM Modi as he arrived in Paris, in a tweet said, "looking forward to boosting India-France cooperation during this visit. My various programmes today include an interaction with the Indian community later in the evening."

People from the Indian diaspora gather outside a hotel in Paris to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Prime Minister has been invited as the Guest of Honour at the Bastille Day Parade at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome by French PM Elisabeth Borne at the Paris airport.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Paris, France for an official two-day visit. During his stay, he will have bilateral meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron, attend Bastille Day Parade and address a session with the diaspora.