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100			_aSharma, Sheetal _953606
245			_aIndia and France bonhomie: Mapping the contours of a bilateral engagement
260			_aIndian Foreign Affairs Journal
300			_a17(3-4), Dec, 2022: p.233-253
520			_aThe bilateral relationship between India and France is standing rock- solid on a strong and unshakable foundation. The foundation is built on a convergence of fundamental values that both India and France cherish the values of democracy, freedom, equality, liberty, respect for human rights, and the rule of law. Both India and France are culturally diverse, multicultural as well as functional and vibrant democracies that believe in protecting and proliferating the fundamental values of historical civilizations. The relationship between India and France is very special, close, warm, and multifaceted. The warmth and depth of the relationship between India and France were evident in the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to France on the official invitation to be the Guest of Honour for the Bastille Day Parade in July 2023. This essay analyses the contours and significance of the bilateral engagement between India and France. Building upon the latest state visit by the Indian Prime Minister, the essay establishes the historical significance of the Bastille Day Parade for France. It maps the sectors and areas in which India and France have cooperation, and analyses the strength of the collaboration. Finally, the essay analyses how India and France — two important players in global politics — gain strength from each other’s support, and the need for India and France to enhance their partnership to the next level in the future. Reproduced https://www.jstor.org/stable/48772512
773			_aIndian Foreign Affairs Journal
906			_aINDIA - FOREIGN RELATIONS - FRANCE
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