India, France underscore importance of closer cooperation to address global security challenges

India and France on Tuesday discussed the ongoing bilateral initiatives spanning the domains of security, defence, technology, space, and civil nuclear cooperation.

“Both sides underscored the importance of closer cooperation to address challenges in the global security environment, with the aim of advancing peace and stability,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

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The discussions between the two countries were held during the 38th India-France Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi.National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to French President Emmanuel Macron, co-chaired the 38th India-France Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi.

During the Strategic Dialogue, India and France reiterated their commitment to the strategic partnership. Opportunities were explored for joint-development and collaboration in the spirit of Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. The discussions included the evolving geopolitical situation as well as regional and international issues of common concern.

The two sides also reviewed the preparations for the forthcoming visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to India.

Bonne also called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar.