PM Modi heads to France after G7 meetings
Evian, June 18
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said he had a productive round of meetings and interactions at the G7 Summit in Evian, where he presented India's views on governance, policy‑making and the importance of working closely with the Global South to ensure global prosperity.
PM Modi noted that the discussions at the summit provided an opportunity to highlight India's efforts in key areas of governance and to emphasise the role of the Global South in shaping a more equitable international order.
He said India's perspectives were well received by leaders attending the summit.
Following the conclusion of his engagements in Evian, PM Modi will travel to Paris for the final leg of his visit to France.
His programmes in Paris include an address at VivaTech 2026, one of Europe's largest technology and innovation conferences, and an interaction with the Indian diaspora at a community event.
India has been actively positioning itself as a voice of the Global South, advocating for inclusive growth, fair trade practices and equitable access to technology.
PM Modi's interventions at the G7 Summit are seen as part of this broader diplomatic outreach, reinforcing India's role in global governance debates.
The Paris leg of the visit is expected to further strengthen India‑France relations, particularly in technology, innovation and people‑to‑people ties.
France has been a longstanding strategic partner of India, with cooperation spanning defence, space, nuclear energy and cultural exchanges.
PM Modi's participation at VivaTech 2026 will showcase India's growing digital economy and innovation ecosystem, while his interaction with the diaspora will underline the role of overseas Indians in strengthening bilateral ties.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Impressive itinerary—G7, VivaTech, diaspora meet. The Modi government definitely knows how to combine diplomacy with economic outreach. India's voice at these forums is getting louder, and that's a good thing.
While the diplomatic optics are nice, I wish there was more concrete news about outcomes—like trade deals or tech partnerships. All these summits generate press releases, but what about actual benefits for common Indians? 🫤
Finally, a leader who champions the Global South! India has always been a bridge between developed and developing nations. Modi's presence at G7 and VivaTech shows we're not just following the agenda—we're shaping it. Proud moment 🇮🇳
The diaspora interaction in Paris is especially important. NRIs are India's soft power ambassadors, and Modi knows how to connect with them. Overall, a well-calibrated foreign policy approach—balancing economic diplomacy with strategic partnerships.
Impressive how India is leveraging these platforms. The G7 might be a rich-country club, but Modi is turning it into a stage for developing-world concerns. Fair trade and tech equity are issues that resonate far beyond India.
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