PM Modi interacts with world leaders on G20 Summit sidelines
In this context, PM Modi welcomed the initiative of President Macron to organise the forthcoming AI Action Summit in France.
In this context, PM Modi welcomed the initiative of President Macron to organise the forthcoming AI Action Summit in France.
Describing France-India defence relationship as an exceptional one, the Ambassador of France to India, Thierry Mathou said that when it comes to defence, both the countries share a real, strategic intimacy.
The Indian side was led by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval while the French side was headed by President's Diplomatic Adviser Emmanuel Bonne.
This aligns with a broader trend across Europe, where populist and far-right parties have gained traction by capitalising on fears surrounding immigration, national identity, and security.
As Telegram Founder and CEO Pavel Durov remains in France under the close observation of local authorities, a media analysis has found that his social media platform is "inundated" with illegal and extremist activity.
India and France reaffirmed their commitment to building one of the premier strategic partnerships for advancing peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
"They called for an inclusive and representative government, and respect for the rights of women, children, and minorities," the statement added.
Fears that the far-right under Marine Le Pen might carve a path to the Élysée Palace ultimately proved to be unfounded. Emmanuel Macron retained the French presidency with a 17 per cent advantage over his opponent.
Le Pen has admitted defeat but has vowed to keep up the fight, not the least because the parliamentary elections are scheduled for June.
After midnight, about 100 people remained in the square, who were insulting law enforcement officers and chanting "We are anti-fascists!".