PM Modi and President Macron Receive Enthusiastic Welcome in Marseilles
During a three-day visit to France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a vibrant welcome in Marseilles, where he and President Macron inaugurated India’s new consulate. The leaders also paid tribute to Indian soldiers at Mazargues Cemetery. Modi co-chaired the AI Action Summit and met Google CEO Sundar Pichai to discuss AI opportunities for India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently undertaking a three-day visit to France, during which he has received a warm welcome in Marseilles. Accompanied by French President Emmanuel Macron, the leaders were greeted with dhol beats from the Indian diaspora as they jointly inaugurated India’s new consulate in the city. The vibrant atmosphere was further amplified by chants of ‘Modi, Modi’ from the gathered crowd.
Before the consulate inauguration, Prime Minister Modi and President Macron paid their respects at the historic Mazargues Cemetery in Marseille. They honored the sacrifices made by Indian soldiers during the Great War by laying a wreath adorned with tricolor-themed flowers. This cemetery, maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, serves as a memorial for many Indian soldiers lost in battle.
During his visit, Prime Minister Modi co-chaired the AI Action Summit with President Macron in Paris, engaging with key business leaders to discuss artificial intelligence’s potential in India. He also engaged in discussions with Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google, focusing on collaborative opportunities for India’s digital transformation and the impact of AI in the country.
In summary, Prime Minister Modi’s visit to France has been marked by significant diplomatic engagements, including the inauguration of a new consulate and a solemn tribute to Indian soldiers. The collaboration on AI initiatives reflects the strengthening ties between India and France, aiming to bolster digital advancements in India. This visit underscores the commitment to fostering relationships and honoring historical sacrifices.
Original Source: www.hindustantimes.com
