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PM Modi arrives in Paris, to attend VivaTech 2026 with French President

Published on: 18 Jun 2026, 03:25 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, as part of the final leg of his two-nation tour to France and Slovakia. He was greeted by members of the Indian diaspora at the airport.

In a statement upon arrival, Modi said the India-France partnership is vital for global progress. He is scheduled to attend VivaTech 2026 alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. VivaTech is Europe's leading technology and innovation event. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, India will have the largest national pavilion at this year's edition, highlighting the potential for collaboration between Indian and European innovation ecosystems.

Before arriving in Paris, Modi attended the G7 Summit, where he described his engagements as productive. He stated that he had the opportunity to present India's views on key areas of governance and policy-making.

The visit underscores the ongoing diplomatic and economic ties between India and France. No further details were immediately available about Modi's schedule in Paris beyond the VivaTech event and interaction with the Indian community.

Source: The Hindu

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