France President Francois Hollande's visit to India: As it happened on Day 2

Taking a big leap in the field of bilateral cooperation, India and France on Monday signed the much awaited deal for 36 Rafale Fighter jets. However, both the leaders agreed that the deal has some financial aspects yet to be discusses but expressed hope that they will be sorted out soon.

Calling the French President a close friend of India, PM Narendra Modi welcomed him for the Republic Day celebrations. 

"From security of borders to smart cities to solar energy to nuclear power, from Namaste to Bonjour, we have strengthened our relation," said PM Modi while addressing the media after bilateral talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. 

Expressing his desire to share French technology with India, Hollande said, "Rafale fighter jets is a symbol but there are so many other fields we are cooperating. From culture to defense matters we share common interests."

25 January 2016

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