India, France adopt Innovation Roadmap 2030, Economic Security Dialogue
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Why in news
PM Modi and President Macron adopted the 'Innovation Roadmap 2030' and a Joint AI Working Group to bolster technological and economic security cooperation.
Background
The leaders met in Nice, France, during the Bharat Innovates conference. Key outcomes include a Joint India-France AI Working Group and a commitment to double trade with the EU within five years via a Free Trade Agreement.
Facts for Prelims
- Intl. orgInnovation Roadmap 2030: A bilateral framework between India and France for technological cooperation.
- FactIndia-EU Free Trade Agreement target: Aiming to double trade volume within a five-year timeframe.
- S&TJoint India-France AI Working Group: Established to expand cooperation in artificial intelligence.
- PostBharat Innovates: A technology conference hosted in France during PM Modi's visit.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how strategic partnerships in emerging technologies like AI and space can enhance India's economic security and supply chain resilience.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological sovereignty: Reducing dependency on critical semiconductor and AI infrastructure through bilateral innovation roadmaps.
- Trade-security nexus: Balancing trade expansion with the EU while securing resilient supply chains for critical minerals.
- Educational diplomacy: Leveraging the New Education Policy to integrate French academic expertise into India's skill development.
Keywords: Economic Security · Supply Chain Resilience · Technological Cooperation · Strategic Partnership · Trade Liberalization
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