S Jaishankar Meets Emmanuel Macron In Paris; Conveys PM Modi’s Greetings

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on Emmanuel Macron during his visit to Paris and conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Taking to X, he posted, “An honour to call on President @EmmanuelMacron of France last night. Conveyed warm greetings of Prime Minister @narendramodi. Value the discussion and his many insights.”

Follow-Up to Macron’s India Visit

The meeting follows President Macron’s recent visit to India in February, which focused on deepening strategic cooperation between the two countries.

During that trip, he joined PM Modi in Mumbai to launch the India-France Year of Innovation 2026 and later took part in the AI Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi.

Jaishankar also visited the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, highlighting India’s cultural outreach abroad.

In a separate post, he said, “Visited the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Paris. Witnessed impressive expressions of cultural and spiritual heritage of India.”

“Confident that the renovated facility will serve as a hub in Paris for deepening interest in Indian art and culture,” the post read.

The centre showcases a range of Indian artistic traditions, including tree-of-life murals featuring elephants and peacocks, as well as detailed miniature paintings that represent the country’s spiritual heritage.

The Indian Council for Cultural Relations manages it and serves as an important platform for cultural diplomacy.

The External Affairs Minister arrived in France on March 27 to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, where key global challenges were discussed.

During the discussions, he highlighted the importance of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) in strengthening international connectivity amid evolving geopolitical conditions. He pointed out that tensions in West Asia underline the need for reliable trade routes and secure supply chains.

The visit reflects India’s ongoing engagement with France to reinforce both strategic and cultural partnerships, while addressing global issues through collaborative frameworks.

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