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| New Delhi. French Defence Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi September 23. | |||
| Minister Le Drian expressed condolences for the victims of the cross-border terrorist attack at Uri, J&K on September 18 and expressed resolve to strengthen bilateral counter-terrorism cooperation. He said that France stands with India in the fight against terrorism.
The visiting French Minister briefed the Prime Minister on the current status of bilateral defence cooperation.
The Prime Minister welcomed the signing of the inter-governmental agreement on purchase of 36 Rafale aircraft earlier on September 23, and called for its speedy and timely implementation. |
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