MUMBAI: France and India celebrated their ties as a force for global stability, as President Emmanuel Macron kicked off a three-day visit focused on technology and defense cooperation on Tuesday. A potential multibillion dollar fighter jet deal is also on the table, with officials traveling with Macron expressing confidence that a contract for 114 Rafales can be finalized.

PM Modi and President Macron to strengthen India-France ties during their meeting in Mumbai on February 17, 2026.

MUMBAI, India: French President Emmanuel Macron begins a three-day visit to India on Tuesday, with talks focused on artificial intelligence cooperation and a potential…