The meeting in India’s financial capital, Mumbai, underscored the growing importance of the partnership, which has expanded from defense to trade, technology and energy, with Paris positioning itself as one of New Delhi’s most reliable European partners. The talks came as India looks to attract foreign capital and strengthen supply chain while France seeks a stronger foothold in the Indo-Pacific and a long-term role in India’s economic and security landscape. Macron listed the space industry, nuclear energy, rare earth and critical minerals, aeronautics and high-speed trains as key sectors for partnership with India, and favored a free-trade agreement between New Delhi and the European Union.
Published at: 2026-02-17 21:51:17
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