PM Modi at India-France CEO Forum in Paris: A Call for Global Investments
India’s Rising Global Investment Appeal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the growing investment opportunities in India while addressing the 14th India-France CEO Forum in Paris. Highlighting India’s rapid economic transformation, PM Modi stated that this is the ideal time to invest in the country as it emerges as a major hub for global diversification and risk mitigation.
“This forum brings together the best business minds from India and France. I welcome the report presented today and appreciate the mantra of ‘Innovate, Collaborate, and Integrate’ guiding your efforts. You are not only building business connections but also strengthening the India-France strategic partnership,” said PM Modi during his address.
The event was attended by French President Emmanuel Macron, marking their sixth meeting in two years. Earlier in the day, the two leaders co-chaired the AI Action Summit, reinforcing their commitment to technological innovation and collaboration.
India: A Global Investment Powerhouse
PM Modi underscored India’s emergence as a preferred global investment destination, stating that the country has undergone significant policy changes in the past decade, fostering a stable and predictable economic environment. He credited India’s success to the ‘Reform, Perform, and Transform’ approach, positioning the nation as the world’s fifth-largest economy with an ambitious trajectory to become the third-largest soon.
“India has established an ecosystem that supports stable policies and economic growth. We have launched the Semiconductor and Quantum Mission, and our ‘Make in India’ and ‘Make for the World’ initiatives in defense are gaining significant momentum,” he noted.
Key Investment Sectors: AI, Defense, and Energy
PM Modi highlighted India’s investment potential in key sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, defense manufacturing, and clean energy. Notably, he spoke about India’s Hydrogen Mission and its goal of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power by 2047.
“We are opening the civil nuclear domain to private sector participation, focusing on Small Modular Reactors (SMR) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMR). Now is the right time to invest in India’s future,” he remarked.
Strengthening Indo-French Economic Ties
The India-France CEO Forum serves as a platform for fostering business collaboration between the two nations. Under PM Modi’s leadership, India continues to attract foreign investments, particularly in technology, infrastructure, and sustainable energy.
With continued efforts towards policy reforms and economic liberalization, India is poised to solidify its position as a key player in the global economy. The participation of French business leaders in the forum further strengthens bilateral ties, setting the stage for increased investments and technological cooperation.
PM Modi’s address at the India-France CEO Forum reaffirmed India’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment and attracting global investors. As the country advances in technology, infrastructure, and energy sectors, the forum served as a testament to the strengthening strategic and economic partnership between India and France.
