PM Modi Meets President Macron in Nice, Celebrates India-France Year of Innovation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron in Nice and expressed appreciation for his participation in the ‘Bharat Innovates’ initiative, a key event celebrating the India-France Year of Innovation.

Happy to meet you in Nice, my friend President Macron. Thank you for taking part in ‘Bharat Innovates’ at a time when our nations are marking the ‘Year of Innovation.’@EmmanuelMacron pic.twitter.com/dgeuKiaFd8

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 14, 2026

Sharing the moment on social media, Prime Minister Modi wrote:
“Happy to meet you in Nice, my friend President Macron. Thank you for taking part in ‘Bharat Innovates’ at a time when our nations are marking the ‘Year of Innovation.’”
The meeting reflects the growing strategic partnership between India and France, with both nations strengthening cooperation in innovation, technology, artificial intelligence, clean energy, defence, education, and sustainable development.

The Year of Innovation initiative aims to deepen collaboration between Indian and French innovators, startups, researchers, and industry leaders, fostering new opportunities for technological advancement and economic growth.

The interaction in Nice further underscores the strong personal rapport between the two leaders and the commitment of both countries to expanding bilateral ties through innovation-driven partnerships.