Macron and Modi Strengthen Economic Ties Amid Ukraine Conflict

French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have coordinated their positions on the Ukraine war. They also agreed to strengthen economic exchanges and strategic partnerships. Meanwhile, India faces pressure from the US over its Russian oil purchases, resulting in high tariffs on its goods.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 21-08-2025 19:22 IST | Created: 21-08-2025 19:22 IST
Macron and Modi Strengthen Economic Ties Amid Ukraine Conflict
  • Country:
  • France

In a strategic discussion concerning global conflict, French President Emmanuel Macron revealed that he has been in close communication with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders have aligned their stands regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine, seeking to navigate the complex geopolitical landscape.

Further consolidating their relationship, Macron and Modi have committed to enhancing economic interactions and forging stronger strategic partnerships. This move signals a concerted effort to bolster ties amid international tensions and shifting global alliances.

Amidst these developments, India is currently under scrutiny by the United States for its continued procurement of Russian oil, facing tariffs as high as 50% on its goods, among the steepest levied by Washington, illustrating the broader economic ramifications of the geopolitical discourse.

(With inputs from agencies.)

Give Feedback