Prime Minister Narendra Modi: “I had in-depth discussions with President Macron in Mumbai. Today’s meeting is particularly significant as we have elevated the India-France relationship to the level of a Special Global Strategic Partnership.

“Our partnership serves the cause of stability and progress at the global level. We discussed cooperation in the fields of industry, defence, clean energy, space and emerging technologies.

“Our two countries will also develop strong networks between start-ups and SMEs, facilitate student and researcher exchanges, and establish new joint innovation centres.”