Business leaders have welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to France from July 14-16, which is expected to boost economic, strategic and defence cooperation between the two countries.
Saint Gobain tweeted how India has been a country of importance for their growth strategy.
[#Event]On the occasion of France’s National day, it's a pleasure to welcome @PMOindia @Narendramodi, as guest of honor for #BastilleDay celebrations.For 25 years now, India has been a country of significant importance for #SaintGobain’s growth strategy.@IndiaembFrance pic.twitter.com/cIxxX6VE6o— Saint-Gobain (@saintgobain) July 10, 2023
While Alstom CEO put out a tweet looking forward to the visit, Schneider Electric said the visit would bring the two countries together. The Naval Group, too, welcomed the opportunity.
The visit is high on both symbolism and substance. PM Modi will be the Guest of Honour at Bastille Day celebrations. The Tri-services contingent from India, including the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft, will participate.
The French National Day, or Bastille Day, occupies a special place in French consciousness. This day commemorates the Storming of the Bastille Prison in 1789 during the French Revolution.
President and CEO of @Alstom welcomes PM @Narendramodi ahead of his historic visit to France. Alstom is a multinational transport company specializing in railways, metros and mobility solutions.@PMOIndia @jawedashraf5@meaindia @IndiaembFrance@Cimgoi @DDIndiaLive@PIB_India pic.twitter.com/qQ9P04Fswr— India in France (@IndiaembFrance) July 11, 2023
A RARITY
Bastille Day Parade is the highlight of the Bastille Day Celebrations, akin to India’s Republic Day Parade. However, foreign leaders being invited as Guest of Honour for Bastille Day is not common. The last time this happened was in 2017, when then US President was invited. Even rarer is having foreign marching contingents and foreign aircraft participate in it.
The visit coincides with the 25th anniversary of India-France Strategic Partnership. France is a key strategic partner for India and one of the earliest. The opportunity to chart way for the next 25 years coincides with the 100th anniversary of India’s independence in 2047.
⚓ x We are honoured to welcome the PM @narendramodi on #BastilleDay. This is an opportunity for us to celebrate our strategic relationship with India, which has lasted for over 2️⃣5️⃣ years ! #IndoFrenchpartnership #AarmanirbharBharat pic.twitter.com/bxOHdkCFUT— Naval Group (@navalgroup) July 11, 2023
GREAT CHEMISTRY BETWEEN LEADERS
The special gestures by President of France Emmanuel Macron include multiple meetings and presence with the PM, particularly a private dinner and joint meeting with CEOs. He will also be hosting the State Banquet at the iconic Louvre Museum on Bastille Day.
Modi will interact with the entire political leadership of France, including President Macron, Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne and the Presidents of the Senate (Upper House) and National Assembly (Lower House).
There will be a strong focus on trade and economy with a CEO Forum comprising big names from Indian and French sides. It will see a close collaboration not just on bilateral issues, but also on what the two countries can do on global issues.
As the festivities of Bastille Day in France begin, Schneider Electric welcomes @narendramodi as the ‘Guest of Honor’ as the two countries celebrate their 25 years of partnership. Thank you @EmmanuelMacron for bringing us together. pic.twitter.com/NldWKnZuar— Schneider Electric (@SchneiderElec) July 11, 2023
INTERACTION WITH PROMINENT FRENCH PERSONALITIES
On the itinerary is an interaction with the Indian community at the prestigious La Seine Musicale. The PM’s visit has been preceded by numerous activities organized by the Indian Embassy, including Namaste France earlier this week.
The meet is expected to result in outcomes in the field of defence, space, geostrategy, infrastructure, energy, climate action, museology, student mobility, sports, culture, etc.
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