India-France relations have reached new heights: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the strengthening strategic partnership between India and France during the virtual inauguration of a Swaminarayan temple in Paris. He emphasized that the relationship is built on deep cultural, political, and historical ties, spanning sectors like technology, defense, and climate action.
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This underscores the deepening geopolitical and cultural alignment between India and a key European power, signaling a long-term commitment to bilateral cooperation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (September 6, 2026) said India-France relations have reached new heights and this strategic partnership is particularly special because it rests on the solid foundation of long-standing cultural and political ties.
Addressing virtually the inauguration of the Swaminarayan temple in Paris, PM Modi hoped that the grand temple in Paris will stand for centuries as a symbol of cooperation and opportunity between both the nations.
“In recent years, relations between India and France have reached new heights. Together with my friend, President (Emmanuel) Macron, both nations are building a Special Global Strategic Partnership,” he said.
The Prime Minister said that from technology, AI, and defence to space and climate action, India and France are moving forward together with new momentum and energy.
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