French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the VivaTech tech fair in Paris to showcase deep-tech initiatives.
The meeting underscores a strategic effort to strengthen technology cooperation between India and France. By aligning their deep-tech ambitions, both nations aim to accelerate innovation in critical sectors, and expand their economic partnerships.
The leaders attended the 10th [1] edition of the VivaTech fair. During the visit, Macron and Modi were joined by Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam for a presentation featuring a Lebanese startup [1]. The appearance in Paris is part of a broader six-day [2] tour of Europe for the Indian Prime Minister.
This visit follows other high-level engagements, including the inauguration of Bharat Innovates 2026 [3]. While reports indicate the leaders have spent time in both Nice and Paris, the joint appearance at VivaTech highlighted a shared focus on the global startup ecosystem.
The collaboration emphasizes India's goal to position itself as a leader in deep-tech development. The presence of the Lebanese Prime Minister further suggests an interest in expanding these technological networks to include emerging regional innovators in the Middle East.
“French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the VivaTech tech fair in Paris”
The convergence of French, Indian, and Lebanese leadership at a major tech exhibition signals a shift toward multilateral technology diplomacy. By leveraging the VivaTech platform, India and France are not only deepening bilateral ties but are also positioning themselves as mentors and partners for startups in volatile regions like Lebanon, potentially creating new corridors for venture capital and technical exchange.
