Posted On: 14 JUN 2026 4:36PM by PIB Delhi Your Excellency, my dear friend, President Macron, VCs, industry leaders and innovators, Bonjour! Namaste! I extend my greetings to all participants associated with Bharat Innovates. I also convey my best wishes to everyone for the success of this programme. Friends, Countries across the world engage in trade with one another, and strategic partnerships also exist between nations. However, there are certain relationships that are driven not only by shared interests, but also by a shared vision. The relationship between India and France is one such partnership. This relationship is marked by both connection and conviction. It embodies both innovation and inspiration. It is founded upon shared values as well as a shared vision. It is upon the foundation of this relationship that, over the past years, we have jointly launched new initiatives, guided new ideas, and made every possible effort to find solutions to global challenges. Whether it is the International Solar Alliance, dialogue related to AI, or our cooperation spanning from security to sustainability, our two nations have consistently worked together to provide solutions to challenges concerning humanity. Earlier this February, the India–France Year of Innovation was launched. Today, we are equally delighted that the launch of Bharat Innovates is also being undertaken in partnership with France. I express my sincere gratitude to my friend, President Macron, for being present here on this occasion. During your recent visit to India, President Macron, you had said that India and France must come together to address the challenges of this century. Today, I can proudly say that this initiative is a significant step in that very direction. The Bharat Innovates platform is emerging as a bridge between Indian talent and European capital. It is a platform where young minds from India are