Nice, June 14 -- Emphasising the depth of the India-France strategic partnership, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described bilateral ties between the two countries as being rooted in "connection and conviction", "innovation and inspiration", and "shared values and shared vision" while addressing the Bharat Innovates 2026 event in Nice, France.

Addressing the gathering in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron, the Prime Minister said the partnership between the two countries extends beyond trade and strategic interests and is guided by a common vision for the future.

"In this relationship between India and France, there is Connection, and there is Conviction too. In this relationship, there is Innovation too, and Inspi...