Shared understanding

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the potential of India and France as a force for global transformation.

• The visit took place before Modi’s upcoming trip to Washington, amidst the unpredictable policies of the Trump administration.

• The visit included co-chairing the AI Action Summit, inauguration of a new Indian consulate, and a tour of a shipping company.

• Discussions included strengthening the defense partnership, reviewing deals on missiles, helicopter, and jet engines, and offering Indian-made rocket launchers.

• Both countries agreed to develop small modular reactors and advance the civil nuclear deal.

• The leaders discussed global conflicts, including those in Ukraine and Gaza, and reaffirmed their commitment to the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.

• Macron referred to India and France as two great powers that are closely aligned, expressing a desire to be independent of any one power.

• The leaders also discussed global challenges such as climate change, trade disruptions, and the evolving risks posed by AI.