French President Emmanuel Macron posted a video message in Hindi on Thursday to thank Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his visit to France [1].
The gesture underscores the deepening strategic partnership and personal rapport between the two leaders as France seeks to strengthen its diplomatic and economic ties with India [3, 5].
Macron shared the candid video on his social media accounts after Modi concluded a week-long visit to France [1, 4]. The trip included participation in the G7 summit, where Modi attended two days of deliberations [6]. In the video, Macron addressed the Indian leader as "Priya Mitra Narendra," which translates to "Dear Friend Narendra" [4].
Macron also used the message to emphasize the longevity of the bilateral relationship. He said, "France‑Bharat ki dosti amar rahe," meaning the friendship between France and India should remain immortal [2].
The exchange follows a period of high-level diplomatic engagement between Paris and New Delhi. Macron said he will be visiting India next February [7].
This public display of linguistic effort is intended to highlight the warm personal bond between the two heads of state. By using Hindi, Macron aimed to communicate directly with the Indian public and acknowledge the cultural significance of the partnership [3, 5].
“"France‑Bharat ki dosti amar rahe"”
The use of Hindi by a French head of state is a calculated diplomatic tool designed to signal respect and cultural alignment. By framing the relationship as a personal friendship rather than just a state partnership, Macron is strengthening the 'strategic partnership' to ensure stability in Indo-French cooperation amid shifting global geopolitical dynamics.
