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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot in Marseille (June 2025).
- Both countries agreed to intensify cooperation in:
- Defence and security
- Space sector
- Civil nuclear energy
Description:
India’s appreciation to France:
- Strong condemnation by France of the cross-border terrorist attack at Pahalgam.
- Consistent support for India’s right to defend itself against terrorism.
Other areas discussed:
- Regional issues: Ukraine conflict, Middle East, Indo-Pacific.
- Sectors: Counter-terrorism, clean energy, digital technology, AI, education, biodiversity, health.
India-France ties:
- Characterized by deep trust and strategic cooperation.
- Long-standing partnership, including defence projects and collaborations like ITER, nuclear energy, space technology.
Diplomatic approach:
- Emphasis on dialogue and diplomacy over conflict.
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