NEW DELHI (Feb 11, 2026) – French President Emmanuel Macron is scheduled to arrive in India for a high-profile state visit from February 17 to 19. The visit aims to solidify the “special relationship” between Paris and New Delhi, following up on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France exactly one year ago.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that the discussions will focus on long-term strategic goals and emerging global challenges.
The Road to 2047: Key Agenda Items
The visit is anchored by the Horizon 2047 Roadmap, a 25-year strategic blueprint aimed at aligning the two nations’ interests through the centenary of India’s independence.
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Year of Innovation: The leaders will jointly inaugurate the 2026 India-France Year of Innovation, focusing on a year-long collaboration in sustainability and cutting-edge tech.
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AI Impact Summit: Following their co-chairmanship of the AI Summit in Paris last year, Macron will participate in the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi to finalize frameworks for ethical AI.
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Indo-Pacific Security: Strategic talks will cover regional stability, maritime security, and defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Climate & Technology: Deepening ties in green energy, space exploration, and civil nuclear cooperation remains a top priority.
Visit Schedule & Highlights
| Date | Event/Focus Area |
| Feb 17 | Arrival & Bilateral Meeting with PM Modi |
| Feb 18 | Inauguration of the Year of Innovation |
| Feb 19 | Participation in the AI Impact Summit |
| Key Framework | Horizon 2047 Roadmap |
