In a significant diplomatic engagement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with U.S. Vice President JD Vance during a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris. This interaction occurred on the sidelines of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit, co-chaired by Modi and Macron.
A video shared by President Macron captured the moment Modi and Vance exchanged pleasantries. Modi congratulated Vance on the Republican Party’s recent electoral success, stating, “Congratulations. Great, great victory.” Vance responded appreciatively, “Thank you so much. So nice to see you.”
This meeting marks Modi’s first interaction with a member of the current U.S. administration ahead of his scheduled visit to Washington, D.C., where he is set to meet President Donald Trump on February 13. The upcoming discussions are expected to cover a broad spectrum of topics, including trade, defense cooperation, and technological collaboration.
The AI Action Summit in Paris has drawn global leaders, tech executives, and policymakers to deliberate on the implications of artificial intelligence on global security and economics. Vice President Vance made his international debut at this summit, advocating for a hands-off approach to AI innovation, contrasting with European calls for stricter oversight.
French President Macron emphasized the need for Europe to enhance its competitiveness and streamline regulations to support AI advancements across various sectors. He announced significant investments in France’s AI sector, aiming to bolster Europe’s position amid the U.S.-China rivalry.
Prime Minister Modi’s participation as a co-host underscores India’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to AI and preventing it from becoming a battleground between major powers. This collaboration with France highlights the shared vision of both nations in harnessing AI for global good.
Following the summit, Modi is scheduled to travel to the United States on February 12. His meeting with President Trump on February 13 will be the first since Trump’s re-election. The leaders are expected to discuss enhancing bilateral ties, with a focus on technology, trade, defense, energy, and supply chain resilience.
This series of high-level engagements underscores the strengthening ties between India, France, and the United States, with a shared emphasis on technological innovation and strategic collaboration.
