Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives a warm welcome from members of the Indian diaspora, officials and supporters upon his arrival, in Paris, France. Photo: PMO via PTI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) arrived in Paris and received a warm welcome from members of the Indian diaspora, as he underscored the importance of the India-France partnership for global progress. This marks the final leg of Modi’s two-nation tour to France and Slovakia.
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In Paris, Modi is scheduled to attend VivaTech 2026 alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and interact with the Indian community. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, VivaTech is Europe’s premier technology and innovation event, and India will have the largest national pavilion at this year’s edition, reflecting the growing potential for collaboration between the Indian and European innovation ecosystems.
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Before leaving for Paris, Modi had described his engagements at the G7 Summit as “productive”, saying he had the opportunity to present India’s views and efforts on key areas of governance and policy-making.
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June 18, 2026 08:55
PM Modi arrives in Paris, says India-France partnership vital for global progress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris and received a warm welcome from members of the Indian diaspora, as he underscored the importance of the India-France partnership for global progress.
The Prime Pinister arrived in Paris on Wednesday local time from the French commune of Evian-Les-Bains, where he attended the G7 Summit, to which India was invited as a guest country.
Paris marks the final leg of Modi’s two-nation tour to France and Slovakia.
“I arrived in Paris just a short while ago, where I was warmly welcomed by the Indian diaspora. I am proud of their efforts to bring India and France closer together,” Mr. Modi said in a social media post.
-PTI
June 18, 2026 08:54
Watch: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives warm welcome in Paris
Published - June 18, 2026 08:54 am IST
