Narendra Modi in France: Tech, innovation to dominate bilateral agenda
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Why in news
PM Modi's visit to France and Slovakia focuses on technology, innovation, and maritime security, specifically the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Background
PM Modi will attend the Bharat Innovates 2026 event and the VivaTech Summit in Paris. The visit aims to reaffirm the India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership and address maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceStrait of Hormuz: A strategic chokepoint in the Persian Gulf connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman.
- BodyG7: A forum of seven of the world's advanced economies (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, USA).
- PostEmmanuel Macron: The current President of France.
- FactBharat Innovates 2026: A key technology and innovation event hosted during the diplomatic visit.
For Mains
Q. Examine how the India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership serves as a pillar for India's technological advancement and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Maritime security: Ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz against regional hegemony
- Technological synergy: Collaborative R&D in deep-tech and innovation to reduce import dependency
- Strategic alignment: Balancing multi-alignment through the Special Global Strategic Partnership with European powers
Keywords: Strategic Partnership · Freedom of Navigation · Technological Sovereignty · Maritime Security · Multi-alignment
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