Macron's Mumbai Marathon: Strengthening Strategic Ties

French President Emmanuel Macron started his Mumbai visit with a jog at Marine Drive and honored the 2008 terror attack victims. He is set to meet PM Modi to review and enhance India-France strategic initiatives. The visit includes talks on global and regional issues, focusing on innovative collaborations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 17-02-2026 14:43 IST | Created: 17-02-2026 14:43 IST
Macron's Mumbai Marathon: Strengthening Strategic Ties
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French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off his visit to Mumbai with a morning jog along the iconic Marine Drive, emphasizing a lively start to his agenda.

Accompanied by the First Lady, Macron later paid respects to the victims of the 2008 terror attacks at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, highlighting Franco-Indian solidarity.

Macron's visit aims to strengthen the India-France strategic partnership, with discussions scheduled with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on bilateral and global issues of significance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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