NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to India, expressing confidence that the visit would deepen bilateral cooperation and contribute to global progress.In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Welcome to India. India looks forward to your visit and to advancing our bilateral ties to new heights. I am confident that our discussions will further strengthen cooperation across sectors and contribute to global progress. See you in Mumbai and later in Delhi, my dear friend Emmanuel Macron”.The visit will see Modi and Macron hold bilateral talks aimed at strengthening India France ties across key sectors.Meanwhile, ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “Warm welcome to the French President Emmanuel Macron. He was warmly received by the Governor of Maharashtra and Gujarat Acharya Devvrat at the Mumbai airport…During the visit, PM Narendra Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron. Both leaders will launch the India-France Year of Innovation 2026…” Macron’s visit is expected to focus on expanding cooperation in strategic, economic and innovation sectors, with the launch of the India France Year of Innovation 2026 marking a key highlight of the trip.