French President Emmanuel Macron (R) shakes hands with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a departure ceremony at Marseille Provence airport in Marignane as part of a visit in Marseille, France, February 12, 2025. (Photo by Christian Hartmann / POOL / AFP)
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Firstpost26-01-2026, 13:47

Macron Wishes India on Republic Day, Shares Throwback with PM Modi; Confirms Feb Visit

  • French President Emmanuel Macron extended Republic Day wishes to India, sharing a 2024 throwback selfie with PM Narendra Modi.
  • The photo, posted on X, showed Macron and PM Modi at Jaipur's Hawa Mahal during Macron's 2024 visit as chief guest for the 75th Republic Day.
  • Macron expressed his best wishes and confirmed an upcoming visit to India in February for the AI Summit.
  • PM Modi recently met Emmanuel Bonne, Macron's Diplomatic Advisor, reaffirming the strong India-France Strategic Partnership.
  • India celebrated its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade at Kartavya Path, attended by President Droupadi Murmu and European leaders.

Why It Matters: Macron wishes India on Republic Day, highlights strong ties with PM Modi, and confirms a February visit.

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