FM Sitharaman embarks on 4-day official visit to France to bolster economic ties
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has begun a four-day visit to France to strengthen economic and strategic ties between the two nations. The trip includes co-chairing an economic dialogue, meeting with global CEOs, and visiting key scientific and cybersecurity research facilities.
Why it matters
This visit aims to bolster India's macroeconomic standing and foster international collaboration in critical sectors like nuclear fusion and cybersecurity.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday (July 1, 2026) embarked on a four-day official visit to France, where she will hold a series of high-level engagements aimed at deepening the India-France Strategic Partnership, strengthening economic cooperation, and promoting investment.
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