17 February,2026 01:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
France President Emmanuel Macron arrives in Mumbai. (Pic/PTI)
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday for a three-day official visit to India. Macron, during his visit, is scheduled to hold key talks with PM Modi. The French President will also participate in high-level engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between India and France.
Emmanuel Macron was received at the Mumbai airport by Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, marking the beginning of his visit to Mumbai.
The French leader's visit comes at the invitation of Prime Minister Modi and includes participation in the AI Impact Summit hosted by India, as well as a bilateral summit in Mumbai.
During their meeting, PM Modi and Macron are expected to review progress under the India-France Strategic Partnership and explore ways to further expand cooperation in emerging sectors such as innovation, technology, defence, and clean energy.
French President Emmanuel Macron's visit underscores the growing momentum in India-France relations, with both sides aiming to diversify and elevate their longstanding strategic partnership to new frontiers.
As per the official statement, at around 3:15 PM on 17 February, the two leaders will hold bilateral engagements at Lok Bhavan, Mumbai.
During these engagements, both the leaders will review the progress made in the India-France Strategic Partnership.
The discussions will also focus on cementing the strategic partnership and further diversifying it into new and emerging areas.
Both the leaders during the meet will also exchange views on issues of regional and global importance.
Furthermore, at around 5:15 pm on Tuesday, both the leaders will inaugurate the India-France Year of Innovation 2026 and address a gathering of business leaders, start-ups, researchers, and other innovators from both countries.
Earlier on Monday, PM Modi expressed immense pride as global leaders, innovators, and experts gathered in India for the India AI Impact Summit.
Modi highlighted the event as a landmark moment while also highlighting that the summit is a clear reflection of the immense potential held by India's youth and the nation's rising stature in the global technology landscape.
