India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Your Excellency, my dear friend President Macron, innovators from both nations, greetings! Bonjour!
Today, two of the world's great innovation hubs are coming together. When we speak of India and France, our relationship is not only about innovation but also about trust and shared values. With this spirit, President Macron and I have decided to celebrate the year 2026 as the India-France Year of Innovation. This is not just a celebration; it is our shared commitment - a commitment to innovate, a commitment to lead.
Friends,
India and France have worked together across many strategic technology sectors. The trust built through this collaboration has elevated our ties to the ...