PARIS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris earlier today where he will hold bilateral talks with the newly-elected French President Emmanuel Macron. France is the final stop for PM Modi’s four nation six-day European tour. Terming France as India’s important strategic partner, PM Modi had earlier said, “I look forward to meeting President Macron and have discussions on issues of mutual interest.” The two leaders are expected to hold talks on wide range of issues including how to counter terrorism, India’s NSG membership bid, trade agreements and the much-talked about Paris climate deal. PM Modi’s last stop was in Russia, where he held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
After landing in Paris, PM Modi tweeted:
Reached France for a vital visit to enhance ties with one of our most important strategic partners. pic.twitter.com/m402KMDZc7
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 2, 2017
He also tweeted in French:
Arrivé en France pour une importante visite visant à renforcer les liens avec l’un de nos partenaires stratégiques majeurs. pic.twitter.com/Wi9a0xeO6P
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 2, 2017
In an official statement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said, “I would be exchanging views with the French President on important global issues including UN Security Council reforms and India’s permanent membership of the UN Security Council, India’s membership of the various multilateral export control regimes, counter-terrorism cooperation, collaboration on climate change and International Solar Alliance.”
During an International Economic Forum at St Petersburg, Russia, PM Modi said India is committed to protecting the climate, irrespective of the outcome of Paris agreement. “Paris or no Paris, our commitment to preserving the climate is for the sake of future generations,” he said.
Earlier PM Modi held bilateral talks with President Vladimir Putin and also attended an international economic forum. Before leaving Russia, he tweeted:
Thank you Russia. This eventful visit witnessed several programmes and fruitful meetings. It will further boost India-Russia friendship. pic.twitter.com/XQQPplTyOm
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 2, 2017
PM Modi and President Putin signed several agreements including a one to build two more reactors of a nuclear plant in Tamil Nadu with Russia’s help.
During an International Economic Forum at St Petersburg, Russia, PM Modi said India is committed to protecting the climate, irrespective of the outcome of Paris agreement. “Paris or no Paris, our commitment to preserving the climate is for the sake of future generations,” he said.
Before Russia, PM Modi met German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Spanish President Mariano Rajoy.
