What is PM Modi’s schedule for France & US visit?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a significant diplomatic visit to France and the United States from February 10-13, where he will engage in a range of high-level meetings, summits, and interactions with top leaders and business executives. The visit is expected to further strengthen India’s relationship with these two key nations and explore opportunities for cooperation in various sectors.
France Visit (February 10-12)
The Prime Minister’s first stop will be France, where he will arrive on February 10. The next day, he will dine with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace, marking a significant moment in the Indo-French diplomatic ties. The dinner meeting is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral relations, trade, and investment ties between the two countries.
On February 11, PM Modi will co-chair the AI Action Summit in Paris, along with French President Emmanuel Macron. The summit aims to promote collaboration between India and France in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and discuss ways to leverage this technology for the betterment of society. The Prime Minister will also host the India-France CEOs forum, which will bring together top business leaders from both countries to explore opportunities for cooperation and investment.
The next day, on February 12, PM Modi will visit the city of Marseille, where he will interact with the Indian diaspora and participate in a community event. Later in the day, he will visit the Cadarache research center, which is involved in cutting-edge research in the field of nuclear energy.
US Visit (February 12-13)
After wrapping up his engagements in France, PM Modi will travel to the United States, where he will meet with US President Donald Trump on February 12. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening Indo-US ties, discussing key issues such as trade, security, and counter-terrorism, and exploring opportunities for cooperation in areas like energy, technology, and education.
The Prime Minister will also engage with top business leaders and the Indian diaspora in the US. He will interact with the Indian-American community, including prominent entrepreneurs, business leaders, and thought leaders, to discuss ways to strengthen ties between the two countries and promote mutual growth.
Key Highlights of the Visit
The visit is expected to be a significant milestone in India’s diplomatic relations with France and the US. Some key highlights of the visit include:
- Strengthening bilateral ties: The visit aims to further strengthen the relationship between India and France, as well as India and the US, by discussing key issues, exploring opportunities for cooperation, and promoting mutual growth.
- Promoting trade and investment: The visit is expected to focus on promoting trade and investment ties between India and both France and the US, with a focus on key sectors like technology, energy, and infrastructure.
- Leveraging AI for development: The AI Action Summit in Paris is a significant initiative that aims to promote collaboration between India and France in the field of AI and discuss ways to leverage this technology for the betterment of society.
- Engaging with the Indian diaspora: The visit will provide an opportunity for PM Modi to engage with the Indian diaspora in both France and the US, including prominent entrepreneurs, business leaders, and thought leaders, to discuss ways to strengthen ties between the two countries and promote mutual growth.
Conclusion
PM Modi’s visit to France and the US is a significant diplomatic engagement that aims to strengthen India’s relationship with these two key nations and explore opportunities for cooperation in various sectors. The visit is expected to focus on promoting trade and investment ties, leveraging AI for development, and engaging with the Indian diaspora. As the Prime Minister embarks on this visit, it is expected to be a milestone in India’s diplomatic efforts to strengthen ties with key nations and promote mutual growth and development.
