he Artificial Intelligence Summit in Paris an unexpected diplomatic moment unfolded as French President Emmanuel Macron appeared to snub Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi by refusing to shake his hand.
As world leaders gathered at the high-profile event, Modi extended his hand toward Macron, only to be met with deliberate disregard. Instead, Macron proceeded to shake hands with other leaders seated nearby, leaving the Indian Prime Minister’s gesture unanswered.
The incident, captured on video and widely shared online, has sparked speculation about underlying diplomatic tensions between France and India. While there has been no official statement from either side, the apparent public dismissal has raised eyebrows in political circles and on social media.
Both France and India have maintained strong strategic and economic ties in recent years, particularly in defense and technology cooperation. However, this public display of coldness at a global summit could signal friction behind the scenes.
At the Artificial Intelligence Summit in Paris,
French President Macroleon refused to shake hands with Narendra Modi, who offered him his hand.
Macron shook hands with everyone sitting next to Modi, but Ignored the Indian PM pic.twitter.com/dhZgfYIeSt
— Chay Bowes (@BowesChay) February 11, 2025
