India and France deepen space cooperation, launch technology dialogue

India and France have launched a new critical technologies dialogue aimed at expanding strategic and industrial partnerships. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Martin Briens, Secretary-General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, co-chaired the 3rd India-France Strategic Space Dialogue in Paris. They discussed space cooperation, commercial opportunities, and strengthening resilient supply chains. The meeting included comprehensive diplomatic consultations to review the full spectrum of India-France bilateral relations. Both sides exchanged views on pressing regional and global issues of mutual interest. The focus was on deepening institutional and industrial ties between the two nations. This dialogue marks a significant step in enhancing collaboration in emerging technologies. It reflects the growing emphasis on supply chain resilience and strategic partnerships between India and France, which could lead to further advancements in space and technology sectors.