Modi-Macron Meeting in Mumbai to Strengthen India-France Ties

10 UPDATES · 9 DAYS · 10 FEB 2026 — 19 FEB 2026

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Latest · 19 Feb 2026

Emmanuel Macron, French President, outlined a strategy for Europe to shape AI regulations while fostering innovation and investment.

What this timeline covers

This event covers French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming three-day visit to India, including his attendance at the AI Impact Summit, talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the inauguration of the India-France Year of Innovation; reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments of it are included. It excludes other actions by Emmanuel Macron, Narendra Modi, or their respective governments unless they are direct developments or consequences of this specific visit.

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10Feb

STORY BEGINS — The Hindu

French President Macron to visit India next week

16Feb

The Hindu

Prime Minister Modi and President Macron will meet in Mumbai on February 17th to review and strengthen India-France strategic ties.

The Hindu

India and France co-chaired the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue in Bengaluru, focusing on expanding industrial collaboration and a joint venture for manufacturing Hammer missiles.

The Dawn

President Macron traveled to India to discuss the potential purchase of 114 Rafale fighter jets, a deal that could be worth billions of dollars.

17Feb

The Hindu

President Macron began a three-day visit to India, meeting with Prime Minister Modi and participating in defense and economic discussions.

The Hindu

Prime Minister Modi and President Macron held talks to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, defense, energy, and critical technologies.

18Feb

The Hindu

Prime Minister Modi and President Macron shared a ride to the India-France Innovation Forum following bilateral talks in Mumbai, demonstrating the close relationship between the two leaders.

Times of India

French President Macron shared an AI image with Prime Minister Modi ahead of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, emphasizing the importance of balanced AI development.

19Feb

The Hindu

President Macron shared an AI-generated image of himself with Prime Minister Modi to highlight the close technological partnership between France and India.

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Emmanuel Macron, French President, outlined a strategy for Europe to shape AI regulations while fostering innovation and investment.

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