Mumbai, Feb. 17 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron with a warm embrace and handshake at the Lok Bhavan here underlining the close bilateral relationship between India and France.

The Prime Minister and the visiting French President are holding detailed talks. According to an official statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the meeting includes a comprehensive review of the progress achieved under the India-France Strategic Partnership.

The discussions are expected to centre on further deepening the strategic relationship while expanding cooperation in emerging and future-oriented sectors. The two leaders are also exchanging views on important regional and global issues, the ...