Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a six-day official visit to France and Slovakia from 13–18 June 2026. The visit is significant as it marks the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since the country gained independence in 1993.
In France, PM Modi will hold bilateral talks with President Emmanuel Macron, participate in the G7 Summit at Evian, attend the Bharat Innovates event in Nice, and take part in the VivaTech Summit in Paris, one of Europe’s largest technology and startup events.
In Slovakia, PM Modi will meet Prime Minister Robert Fico and President Peter Pellegrini to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, manufacturing, technology, and innovation.
The visit highlights India’s growing role in global affairs, its focus on innovation and artificial intelligence, and its efforts to deepen strategic partnerships with European nations.
Exam-Ready Facts
- PM’s Visit: France and Slovakia
- Dates: 13–18 June 2026
- Historic Fact: First Indian PM to visit Slovakia since its independence (1993)
- France Events: Bharat Innovates, G7 Summit, VivaTech Summit
- French President: Emmanuel Macron
- Slovak PM: Robert Fico
- Slovak President: Peter Pellegrini
- Key Focus Areas: Innovation, AI, trade, manufacturing, energy security, and global cooperation.
