June 18, 2026 1:34 PM

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PM Modi to hold series of high-level meetings with leading French business leaders in Paris today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a series of high-level meetings with leading French business leaders in Paris today as part of efforts to deepen India-France economic and industrial cooperation.

The Prime Minister will begin discussions with Saint-Gobain Chairman and CEO Benoit Bazin, with talks expected to focus on green manufacturing and sustainable infrastructure. He is also scheduled to meet the CEO of Alstom to explore cooperation in smart mobility and rail modernisation.

In the technology sector, the Prime Minister will interact with Mistral AI Co-Founder and CEO Arthur Mensch on artificial intelligence, innovation and responsible AI governance.

The meetings will conclude with CMA CGM Group Chairman and CEO Rodolphe Saadé, where discussions are expected on maritime trade, port modernisation and resilient global supply chains. These engagements underline the growing economic partnership between India and France.