India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met French President Emmanuel Macron during the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Summit in France, denoting India’s engagement with major global powers on trade, security and West Asia developments. The meeting took place during a formal visit to the French President on 27 March 2026, alongside wider diplomatic interactions at the summit.
Meeting with French President
Jaishankar described the interaction with Macron as valuable and conveyed the warm greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting reflected the continuing strategic partnership between India and France, which covers defence, technology, energy and global governance issues.
India’s Role at the G7 Outreach
India is not a G7 member, but it was invited by France as a partner country. The G7 includes Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States and the European Union. France also invited Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Brazil for the summit.
Key Issues Raised by India
At the G7 meeting, Jaishankar underlined concerns of the Global South over energy, food and fuel security. He also called for urgent reforms in global governance. He stressed the need for resilient trade corridors and supply chains amid uncertainties linked to the West Asia conflict.
Diplomatic Engagements on the Margins
On the sidelines of the summit, Jaishankar held separate talks with several foreign ministers, including those of the United States, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Ukraine, Canada, South Korea, Italy, Japan and Brazil. West Asia, including the Iran and Hormuz situation, was a major theme in these discussions, reflecting India’s focus on regional stability and secure maritime routes.
Last Modified: April 29, 2026