PM Modi recounted how during the First World War, Marseille was an important base for Indian troops. This city has a close link with Veer Savarkar as well.
PM Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday paid tributes to the Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the world wars, at Mazargues War Cemetery in Marseilles.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France has been marked by an exceptional display of camaraderie and respect from President Emmanuel Macron, showcasing the strength of their bilateral relationship.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, upon arriving in Marseille, paid tribute to the city's historical "significance" in India's freedom struggle, recalling the "courageous escape" attempt of "Veer" Savarkar and thanking the French activists who supported him during his time of peril.
Just before his address at the AI-Action Summit in Paris, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States Vice President JD Vance were seen sitting beside each other, as they intently listen to French President Emmanuel Macron talk about the future of Artificial Intelligence.
He said that AI can help create a world in which the journey to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) becomes "easier and faster" and called on the world to pull together resources and talent for AI.
In an interview with ANI, Kerautem said that Europe and India hand in hand can build a kind of third way of looking at the digital. He shared his experience of collaborating with Indian companies like Reverie and Braahmam International.
Sharing a post on X, French President Emmanuel Macron wrote, "Welcome to Paris, my friend @NarendraModi! Nice to meet you dear @VP Vance! Welcome to all our partners for the AI Action Summit. Let's get to work!"
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris on Monday for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening India-France ties. As part of his engagements, he is set to attend a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace.