Paris, June 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Thursday that football serves as a powerful link between India and France. He highlighted the evident passion for the sport in both countries.
While addressing the Indian community in Paris during the final leg of his visit to France and Slovakia, PM Modi extended his best wishes to the French national football team, which has kicked off its World Cup campaign with a remarkable victory.
He noted that the enthusiasm for football in France is at its peak, with fervor visible in every corner of the country.
PM Modi also remarked that interest in football is rapidly growing in India, where many fans support the French team.
He explained that this shared passion for football adds a cultural connection to the relationship between India and France. This year, both nations have been granted the status of a special global strategic partnership.
The Prime Minister emphasized that in a world facing various uncertainties and changes, the partnership between India and France has become a strong foundation of trust, stability, and cooperation.
He stated that elevating the relationship to a special global strategic partnership reflects deep trust between the two nations and a shared vision for global progress.
During his interaction with the Indian community, PM Modi stressed the importance of strengthening ties among people. He acknowledged that Indians residing in France have played a significant role in enhancing relations and advancing 21st-century partnerships.
Members of the Indian community in Paris expressed joy and emotion after meeting PM Modi. They described it as a proud and memorable moment, feeling connected to their homeland despite being thousands of kilometers away.
PM Modi shared on the social media platform ‘X’, “I arrived in Paris a while ago, where the Indian community warmly welcomed me. I am proud of their efforts to bring India and France closer. The India-France partnership is crucial for the progress of our planet.”
Earlier that day, PM Modi addressed ‘VivaTech 2026’, one of Europe’s largest technology and innovation conferences. He also participated in the G7 summit held in Avignon, where he held bilateral meetings with several world leaders.
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