<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that defence and security are two important pillars of the strategic partnership between India and France.<br /><br />He stated this while receiving French President Emmanuel Macron's Diplomatic Advisor Philippe Etienne here.<br /><br />Etienne briefed Modi on the strengthening ties between India and France in all sectors, including in the areas of defence and security, according to a PMO statement.<br /><br />The prime minister appreciated the growing bilateral engagement in all sectors, the statement said.<br /><br />Modi fondly recalled his successful visit to France in June this year and said he looks forward to receiving President Macron in India at his earliest convenience.</p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that defence and security are two important pillars of the strategic partnership between India and France.<br /><br />He stated this while receiving French President Emmanuel Macron's Diplomatic Advisor Philippe Etienne here.<br /><br />Etienne briefed Modi on the strengthening ties between India and France in all sectors, including in the areas of defence and security, according to a PMO statement.<br /><br />The prime minister appreciated the growing bilateral engagement in all sectors, the statement said.<br /><br />Modi fondly recalled his successful visit to France in June this year and said he looks forward to receiving President Macron in India at his earliest convenience.</p>