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Macron and Modi Meet in Mumbai to Strengthen Strategic Ties
The French president and Indian prime minister held bilateral talks to deepen cooperation.
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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French President Emmanuel Macron met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday for bilateral talks aimed at deepening the strategic partnership between their countries.
Why it matters
As two of the world's largest democracies, France and India have a long history of cooperation on a range of issues, from trade and investment to defense and climate change. This meeting is an opportunity for the leaders to discuss ways to further strengthen their countries' ties.
The details
During the talks, Macron and Modi are expected to discuss a variety of topics, including increasing trade and investment, enhancing defense cooperation, and collaborating on climate change and other global challenges. The two leaders will also likely address regional security issues, such as the situation in Afghanistan.
- The meeting took place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
The players
Emmanuel Macron
The president of France.
Narendra Modi
The prime minister of India.
What they’re saying
“This meeting is an important opportunity to deepen the strategic partnership between France and India, two of the world's leading democracies.”
— Emmanuel Macron, President of France
“India and France have a long history of cooperation, and we are committed to further strengthening our ties in areas such as trade, defense, and climate change.”
— Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India
What’s next
The leaders are expected to issue a joint statement outlining the key outcomes of their meeting and the next steps in the France-India strategic partnership.
The takeaway
This meeting between the leaders of France and India underscores the importance of strengthening ties between the world's leading democracies, particularly in the face of global challenges such as climate change and regional security concerns.
