Macron in India for Republic Day, Announces Plans for Indian Students
French President and Indian PM Discuss Global Challenges, Continue Talks on Defense Deals
- French President Emmanuel Macron is in India as the chief guest for the Republic Day celebrations, marking the 25th anniversary of the India-France Strategic Partnership.
- Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took part in a roadshow in Jaipur, where they visited several historical sites and interacted with locals.
- During the visit, Modi and Macron discussed major global challenges in economic, defense, space and cyber security, as well as France's role in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Macron announced plans to welcome 30,000 Indian students to France by 2030, and to facilitate visa processes for Indians who have once studied in the country.
- Negotiations for India's proposed procurement of 26 Rafale fighter jets and three Scorpene submarines from France are moving forward positively.
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