PM Modi and President Macron discuss West Asia, agree on restoring freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a phone call from French President Emmanuel Macron on 16 April 2026, and the two leaders agreed on the urgent need to restore safety and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Summary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a phone call from French President Emmanuel Macron on 16 April 2026, the Prime Minister's Office said. The leaders discussed the situation in West Asia and agreed on the urgent need to restore safety and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Both reiterated their commitment to continued close cooperation for peace and stability in the region and beyond.
Key facts
- Call
- President Emmanuel Macron to PM Narendra Modi
- Date
- 16 April 2026
- Topic
- West Asia situation; maritime security
- Agreed
- Urgent need to restore safety and freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz
Practice MCQs 1 questions
In their phone call of 16 April 2026, PM Modi and President Macron agreed on the need to restore freedom of navigation in which waterway?
Show answer
Correct answer: D — Strait of Hormuz
The leaders agreed on the urgent need to restore safety and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.