Because it rests on the solid foundation of long-standing cultural and political ties, prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India-France relations have reached new heights and this strategic partnership is particularly special.
“In recent years, relations between India and France have reached new heights. Because it rests on the solid foundation of our long-standing cultural and political ties,” he said, this strategic partnership is particularly special. “We are also celebrating 2026 as the India-France Year of Innovation.
Together with my friend, President (Emmanuel) Macron, both nations are building a Special Global Strategic Partnership,” he said. The prime minister said that from technology, AI, and defence to space and climate action, India and France are moving forward together with new momentum and energy. PM Modi said these days, there is much talk about joint venture possibilities between India and France. He said history bears witness that the sacrifice of Indian soldiers in France remains alive in the hearts of people to this day. Furthermore, the prime minister said, the spiritual journey of ‘The Mother’ from Paris to the Sri Aurobindo Ashram in Puducherry has inspired countless Indian and French seekers. The prime minister said Swaminarayan temples have always served as hubs of service alongside devotion.
