India top priority for France ahead of G7 Summit; focus on West Asia and strategic defence ties
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Summary
Highlighting the deepening strategic alignment, diplomatic sources confirmed Thursday that the upcoming G7 Summit will feature a dedicated meeting on West Asia.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Thursday, 11 June 2026
Affected Population 1.4 million active military, border populations
Key Numbers
Defence budget: Rs 6.21 lakh crore (2025-26)
68% indigenous procurement target
1.4 million active military personnel
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right