French President Emmanuel Macron shared an AI-generated image with PM Narendra Modi during his India visit, captioning it “When friends connect, innovation follows.” The post, marked “Yes, this is AI,” put tech diplomacy in sharp focus.
Macron shares photo with PM Modi ahead of AI Impact Summit 2026
New Delhi: French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday shared an AI-generated image featuring himself and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the growing focus on artificial intelligence during his three-day visit to India.
Posting the image on social media platform X, Macron wrote, “When friends connect, innovation follows. Ready for The AI Impact Summit!” The image also carried the text, “Yes, this is AI,” clearly signalling that it was digitally created and aligning with the broader theme of technological innovation.
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Macron is in India to participate in the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi, where global leaders, policymakers and tech experts are gathering to deliberate on the future of artificial intelligence. His social media post quickly drew attention, blending diplomacy with technology in a symbolic gesture.
By sharing an AI-generated visual, Macron underscored the increasing role of artificial intelligence not just in governance and industry, but also in communication and public engagement.
The French President landed in Mumbai late Tuesday night and spent the day in India’s financial capital before travelling to Delhi. His visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties across sectors such as technology, research, defence and clean energy.
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Artificial intelligence has become a key area of cooperation between India and France, with both nations advocating responsible innovation and ethical deployment of emerging technologies.
Macron’s AI-crafted post reflects how world leaders are embracing new tools to amplify diplomatic messaging. The image, while symbolic, signals a broader commitment to collaboration in high-impact sectors.
As discussions unfold at the summit, the emphasis remains on harnessing AI for public good, ensuring transparency, and fostering partnerships that balance innovation with accountability.
