NEW DELHI (Feb 11, 2026) – French President Emmanuel Macron will embark on a high-stakes visit to India from February 17 to 19. At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the visit aims to fast-track the Horizon 2047 Roadmap, a 25-year strategic blueprint for bilateral ties.

Major Agenda Items

• Mumbai Launch: On Feb 17, the leaders will meet in Mumbai to jointly inaugurate the 2026 India-France Year of Innovation, focusing on tech, culture, and trade.
• AI Baton Transfer: Macron will participate in the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on Feb 19, following up on the AI Action Summit the two leaders co-chaired in Paris last year.
• Defense & Security: Discussions are expected to touch upon major procurement proposals, including the potential Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets.
• Regional Stability: Talks will cover Indo-Pacific cooperation, maritime security, and global governance reforms.