French President Macron to arrive in India today- a step ahead in bilateral relations
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to arrive in Jaipur, Rajasthan today ahead of Republic Day on 26 January.
Significance of the visit
This visit by the French President holds significance as it is seen as a step ahead in strengthening the relationship between France and India. France and India have been having good relations in the past years with their relationship extending to even in the domain of defence.
The French President Emmanuel Macron recently visited India in September in 2023, during the G20 summit held in the Indian capital of New Delhi. The French president will be the chief guest of the Republic celebration to be held in Delhi on Rajpath on January 26.
This visit by the President will mark the 25th anniversary of the strategic relationship between the two countries.
According to reports, a continent from the French armed forces will also be participating in the Republic Day parade and flypast to showcase the strong bond of friendship between the two countries.
Macron and Modi
Upon his arrival in Jaipur, the President will tour the famous tourist sites in the Pink City. He is scheduled to visit Amber Fort. The whole city is ready to welcome the President with banners of him and PM Modi.
PM Modi and President Macron will also be holding a road show in the city.
After touring the city, both leaders will hold bilateral talks. "He will attend the At Home reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan and, later, the State Banquet, at the invitation of the Hon'ble President of India, H.E. Smt Droupadi Murmu," the official statement stated.
Macron is accompanied by his team of ministerial delegations of culture, armed forces and foreign affairs.
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