**Summary:**
On August 21, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron engaged in a telephone conversation to discuss international and bilateral matters. Key discussion points included efforts to achieve peaceful resolutions to conflicts in Ukraine and the West Asia region, with Prime Minister Modi reiterating India's support for the restoration of peace and stability. President Macron shared his assessments of recent meetings with European, U.S., and Ukrainian leaders in Washington, as well as his perspectives on the situation in Gaza.
The leaders reviewed the advancement of the India-France bilateral cooperation agenda, encompassing trade, defense, civil nuclear cooperation, technology, and energy. They reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening the India-France Strategic Partnership and designated 2026 as the "Year of Innovation." President Macron also expressed support for the swift conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement between India and the EU. Both leaders agreed to maintain communication on these matters. This information was released by PIB Delhi at 6:30 PM on August 21, 2025 (Release ID: 2159346).
Key Entities Referenced
Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India
Emmanuel Macron: President of the French Republic
Ukraine: Country in Eastern Europe involved in an ongoing conflict
West Asia: Geopolitical region encompassing countries in Western Asia, subject to conflicts
India: A country in South Asia
France: A country in Europe
India-France Strategic Partnership: Bilateral strategic alliance between India and France
Gaza: A Palestinian enclave on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea
Prime Minister's Office
PM Narendra Modi receives a telephone call from
President Macron
Leaders exchange views on efforts for peaceful
resolution of the conflicts in Ukraine and the West
Asia Region
Prime Minister Modi reiterates India’s consistent
support for early restoration of peace and stability
The leaders discuss ways to further strengthen India-
France strategic partnership
Posted On: 21 AUG 2025 6:30PM by PIB Delhi
Today, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a phone call from the President of the French Republic
H.E. Emmanuel Macron.
The leaders exchanged views on the ongoing efforts for peaceful resolution of conflicts in Ukraine and the
West Asia region.
President Macron shared assessment on the recent meetings held between the leaders of the Europe, US and
Ukraine in Washington. He also shared his perspectives on the situation in Gaza.
Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s consistent support for peaceful resolution of the conflicts and early
restoration of peace and stability.
The leaders also reviewed progress in the bilateral cooperation agenda, including in the areas of trade,
defence, civil nuclear cooperation, technology and energy. They reaffirmed joint commitment to strengthen
India-France Strategic Partnership and mark 2026 as ‘Year of Innovation’ in a befitting manner.
President Macron also conveyed support for early conclusion of Free Trade Agreement between India and the
EU.
The leaders agreed to remain in touch on all issues.
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MJPS/ST(Release ID: 2159346)