Paris, June 5: French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday congratulated "dear friend" Narendra Modi as the BJP-led NDA prepares to form a government for the third consecutive time in India.

"India has concluded the world's largest elections! Congratulations Narendra Modi, my dear friend. Together we will continue strengthening the strategic partnership that unites India and France," Macron posted on X. Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Italy PM Giorgia Meloni, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu Among Other World Leaders Congratulate PM Narendra Modi, BJP for ‘Historic’ Third Consecutive Term.

Over the past few years, the relationship between the two countries has expanded to several new areas under the leadership of both leaders -- from the acquisition of Rafale fighter jets to developing helicopter engines together. Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: PM Narendra Modi Poised for Third Term with NDA Allies Support After BJP Loses Majority; INDIA Bloc Makes Big Gains.

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Last year, Prime Minister Modi attended the annual Bastille Day Parade in Paris as a 'Guest of Honour' on the French President's invitation as both nations marked the 25th anniversary of the India-France Strategic Partnership. France also conferred PM Modi with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, the country's highest award.

The Indo-French ties received a major boost earlier this year as Macron was the chief guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations during his two-day state visit in January. The French President also visited India during the G-20 Summit in September last year.

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