France has launched a nuclear programme to build a new generation of nuclear submarines for the country. French defence minister Florence Parly announced on Friday the launch of the programme to design the 3rd generation nuclear power ballistic missile submarines to boost the countries military Provence.

France has launched a nuclear programme to build a new generation of  nuclear submarines

French Defence minister Florence Parly will visit India on September 10 to take part in Rafale fighter jet's induction ceremony at Indian Air Force's airbase in Ambala. 
 
During the visit, other than having a bilateral with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, she will also meet National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. India got the first batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets in July.

She will be accompanied by sizeable defence officials and defence industry delegation on a special plane and will have a full day of engagements. This is the French Minister’s first visit abroad after the COVID measures were put in place in France.

This is also the first high profile visit of any foreign dignitary to India amidst Chinese aggressiveness.&nbsp; 
 
After the Galwan incident, the French Defence Minister Florence Parly had written to Indian Defence minister Rajnath Singh condoling the death of 20 Indian soldiers in the Indian China violent face-off of June.

Calling India as "France's strategic partner in the region", Defence Minister Parly extended "her country's deep solidarity"

The letter said "This was a hard blow against the soldiers, their families, and the nation. In these difficult circumstances, I wish to express my steadfast and friendly support, along with that of the French armed forces. I request you to kindly convey my heartfelt condolences to the entire Indian armed forces as well as to the grieving families."

A number of high-level engagement has happened between the 2 countries, with PM last visiting France in 2019 to take part in the G7 summit at the "special invitation" French President Macron.

French Defence minister Florence Parly will visit India on September 10 to take part in Rafale fighter jet's induction ceremony at Indian Air Force's airbase in Ambala.

French Defence minister Florence Parly will visit India on September 10 to take part in Rafale fighter jet's induction ceremony at Indian Air Force's airbase in Ambala. During the visit, other than having a bilateral with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, she will also meet National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. India got the first batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets in July. She will be accompanied by sizeable defence officials and defence industry delegation on a special plane and will have a full day of engagements. This is the French Minister’s first visit abroad after the COVID measures were put in place in France. This is also the first high profile visit of any foreign dignitary to India amidst Chinese aggressiveness. After the Galwan incident, the French Defence Minister Florence Parly had written to Indian Defence minister Rajnath Singh condoling the death of 20 Indian soldiers in the Indian China violent face-off of June. Calling India as "France's strategic partner in the region", Defence Minister Parly extended "her country's deep solidarity" The letter said "This was a hard blow against the soldiers, their families, and the nation. In these difficult circumstances, I wish to express my steadfast and friendly support, along with that of the French armed forces. I request you to kindly convey my heartfelt condolences to the entire Indian armed forces as well as to the grieving families." A number of high-level engagement has happened between the 2 countries, with PM last visiting France in 2019 to take part in the G7 summit at the "special invitation" French President Macron.

French Defence Minister Florence Parly to visit India to attend Rafale induction ceremony

French Minister of the Armed Forces Florence Parly has written to India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh condoling the death of 20 Indian soldiers near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Galwan Valley, French diplomatic sources said on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-galwan-valley-has-become-a-flashpoint-between-india-and-china-307270">Also Read:&nbsp;Why Galwan Valley has become a flashpoint between India and China</a>

According to the Diplomatic sources Florence Parly has written in the letter that “This was a hard blow against the soldiers, their families and the nation. In these difficult circumstances, I wish to express my steadfast and friendly support, along with that of the French armed forces. I request you to kindly convey my heartfelt condolences to the entire Indian armed forces as well as to the grieving families,”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/third-round-of-talks-between-india-china-military-commanders-begins-along-lac-309575">Also read: Third round of talks between India, China military commanders begins along LAC</a> 
 
Indian and Chinese troops have been engaged in a tense standoff along the LAC, especially in Ladakh sector, where both sides have deployed thousands of additional troops.

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Defence and strategic ties between India and France have been on an upswing in the last few years. India is likely to receive on July 27 the first batch of six Rafale fighter jets from France. The jets are expected to significantly boost the combat capability of the Indian Air Force.

(With inputs from agencies)

French Minister of the Armed Forces Florence Parly has written to India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh condoling the death of 20 Indian soldiers near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Galwan Valley, French diplomatic sources said on Tuesday.

French Minister of the Armed Forces Florence Parly has written to India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh condoling the death of 20 Indian soldiers near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Galwan Valley, French diplomatic sources said on Tuesday. Also Read: Why Galwan Valley has become a flashpoint between India and China According to the Diplomatic sources Florence Parly has written in the letter that “This was a hard blow against the soldiers, their families and the nation. In these difficult circumstances, I wish to express my steadfast and friendly support, along with that of the French armed forces. I request you to kindly convey my heartfelt condolences to the entire Indian armed forces as well as to the grieving families,”. Also read: Third round of talks between India, China military commanders begins along LAC Indian and Chinese troops have been engaged in a tense standoff along the LAC, especially in Ladakh sector, where both sides have deployed thousands of additional troops. Defence and strategic ties between India and France have been on an upswing in the last few years. India is likely to receive on July 27 the first batch of six Rafale fighter jets from France. The jets are expected to significantly boost the combat capability of the Indian Air Force. (With inputs from agencies)

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