At the joint press statement with President Hassan Rouhani of Iran, PM Narendra Modi today said that India and Iran were linked since ancient times. The leaders held substantive and productive discussion. Both the countries agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade and investment, energy, connectivity, defence and security and regional issues.
Diplomatic Advisor to President of France, Mr. Emmanuel Bonne met the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today in New Delhi.
In a post on X, Shri Modi wrote:
“Delighted to meet Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to President Macron.
Reaffirmed the strong and trusted India–France Strategic Partnership, marked by close cooperation across multiple domains. Encouraging to see our collaboration expanding into innovation, technology and education, especially as we mark the India–France Year of Innovation. Also exchanged perspectives on key regional and global issues. Look forward to welcoming President Macron to India soon.
@EmmanuelMacron”
Delighted to meet Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to President Macron.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 13, 2026
Reaffirmed the strong and trusted India–France Strategic Partnership, marked by close cooperation across multiple domains. Encouraging to see our collaboration expanding into innovation, technology and… pic.twitter.com/V9yEPcculA
