PM Modi Visits France: Discussion on Defence and Strategic Deals, Look into His Complete Schedule

President of France, Emmanuel Macron has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a private dinner and meetings on bilateral and international matters.

Written by: Arjita Gupta

Edited by: Krutarth Ghosalkar

Last Updated: July 13, 2023

At President Emmanuel Macron's invitation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left India for a two-day trip to France. On July 13 and 14, Prime Minister Modi will visit Paris and attend Bastille Day as a special guest. During the visit, President Macron is anticipated to make a unique gesture. This can involve a number of meetings with CEOs with the Prime Minister present, such as a private dinner. On July 14th, a State Banquet is likely to be held at the famed Louvre Museum.

Day 1

On July 13, PM Modi will land in Paris at 12:30. Around 4 o'clock, he will meet with Gérard Larcher, the president of the French Senate, and at around 5 o'clock, he will also speak with Elisabeth Borne, the prime minister of France. Around 7:30 p.m., the Prime Minister will attend a gathering with the Indian community at La Seine Musicale. This will be followed by a special dinner hosted by President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace, the latter's official residence. The two leaders are anticipated to discuss significant international and bilateral matters over dinner.

Day 2:

At the Bastille Day parade, which celebrates French National Day, Prime Minister Modi will be the special guest. The Bastille Day Parade honours the historical incident of the French Revolution's storming of the Bastille prison in 1789 and displays France's rich cultural and military legacy. PM Modi will meet Yal Braun-Pivet, the president of the French National Assembly, later in the day and speak with a number of influential thinkers and businesspeople.

While delegation-level negotiations between the two nations continue, Prime Minister Modi and President Macron will also attend the India-France CEO Forum. More than 250 dignitaries are anticipated to attend a ceremonial dinner that President Macron will organize for PM Modi in the courtyard of the famed Louvre Museum in Paris. On the rooftop of the Louvre, the two leaders will also view the fireworks show above the Eiffel Tower.