♦ India and France reaffirmed their strategic partnership during the 38th India-France Strategic Dialogue, co-chaired by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Diplomatic Adviser to French President Emmanuel Bonne in New Delhi on 13 January 2026. During the Strategic Dialogue, India and France discussed ongoing bilateral initiatives spanning the domains of security, defence, technology, space, and civil nuclear cooperation. 

♦ Both sides underscored the importance of closer cooperation to address challenges in the global security environment, with the aim of advancing peace and stability.