CRI听力:France and India Sign A Range of Agreements

France and India have signed a number of agreements on nuclear power, defence and transport.

Indian Prime Minister Naredra Modi announced the agreements after his meeting with French President Francois Hollande in Paris.

"I am happy that we have made progress with the installation of 6 nuclear plants in Jaitapur, with aims to cut the cost of electricity. And both parties have come to an understanding to conduct more studies and research. Today there have been agreements between French and Indian multinationals Areva and L&T to undertake new forgings in India."

According to signed agreements, India plans to purchase 36 Rafale fighter jets from France.

French President Francois Hollande:

"Mr. Prime Minister, I am very receptive to the announcements that you have been able to make this afternoon here in Paris in the fields of energy, space, sustainable development and defense. And notably to your desire to buy 36 Rafales in the shortest time possible, and to move forward the contract that had been reached, France's defense minister will travel to India as soon as possible."

Talks between France and India on the sale of Rafales have lasted for three years.

The terms and conditions of the contract still need to be settled.

Modi will travel to Germany and Canada after his two-day visit to France ends later on today.