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PM Modi Begins Europe Tour in France, Eyes Macron Talks, G7 Summit, and Historic Slovakia Visit
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PM Modi Begins Europe Tour in France, Eyes Macron Talks, G7 Summit, and Historic Slovakia Visit

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a European tour in France, focusing on talks with President Macron and participation in the G7 Summit.
  • Modi will also undertake a state visit to Slovakia, marking the first visit by an Indian PM since the country's independence.
  • India aims to represent the aspirations of the Global South at the G7, highlighting its growing geopolitical role and trust on the international stage.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commenced a significant European tour, beginning with a visit to Nice, France. The itinerary includes crucial bilateral discussions, engagements in pioneering technology, and India's participation in the G7 Summit. Upon arrival, Modi received a warm welcome from French officials, underscoring the strong diplomatic ties between the two nations.

This is the 8th consecutive G7 Summit to which India has been invited, noting that India's presence reflects growing global trust.

— Narendra ModiHighlighting India's consistent invitation to the G7 summit and the growing international trust in the country.

A key highlight of the French leg of the tour is a high-level meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on June 14. This meeting gains added diplomatic importance following the recent elevation of bilateral relations to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. The leaders are also set to jointly launch Bharat Innovates 2026, an initiative designed to foster collaboration among startups and venture capital funds from India, France, and other countries, with a focus on emerging technologies.

The tour continues with a state visit to Slovakia, scheduled for June 14-15. This visit is historic, marking the first time an Indian Prime Minister has visited Slovakia since its independence in 1993. In Bratislava, Prime Minister Modi is expected to hold discussions with President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico, alongside engaging with prominent corporate leaders. The talks will focus on bilateral cooperation and India's broader relationship with the European Union.

France holds a special place in India's strategic outlook, while characterising the Slovakia visit as a historic step in bilateral relations.

— Narendra ModiExpressing the significance of relations with France and the historic nature of the upcoming visit to Slovakia.

Returning to France on June 16, Prime Minister Modi will attend the G7 Summit in Evian, running from June 16-17. A significant sidebar meeting is anticipated on June 17 with US President Donald Trump, where trade discussions are expected to be a primary focus. In his departure statement, Modi emphasized India's commitment to representing the "aspirations of the Global South" at the summit, noting that India's repeated invitation to the G7 reflects growing global trust in the country's role and influence.

Momentum around the India-EU Free Trade Agreement will further energise ties with the European Union, with Slovakia playing an important role.

— Narendra ModiDiscussing the potential impact of the India-EU FTA on bilateral ties, with a mention of Slovakia's role.
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