Deepening French ties keeping Indo-Pacific region stable: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Tata-Airbus deal reflects the deepening ties between India and France and the two nations are contributing to stability of the Indo-Pacific region.

Addressing the virtually meeting between the two leaders, Modi said the deal reflects the deepening ties between India and France, as well as the successes and aspirations of India's civil aviation sector.

He said India and France are positively contributing to issues ranging from security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region to global food security and health security.


"Through our Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAN) remote parts are being connected through air connectivity, which is boosting the economic and social development of people," Modi said. He further stated new windows of opportunities are opening up in aerospace manufacturing under India’s ‘Make in India - Make for the World’ vision.

Modi explained to investors the opportunities India offers in the aviation industry. “India can become the hub of MROs (Maintenance, Repair and Operations). Today, all aviation companies are present in India, so I request everyone to avail the opportunity,” he said.

“This contract for the delivery of 250 Airbus aircraft marks a new stage in the strategic partnership between our two countries. It is testament to the relationship of trust that President Macron has forged with his partners in the Indo-Pacific, at the forefront of whom is Prime Minister Modi,” French sources told ET.