Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his two-day visit to Israel on Wednesday, aiming to deepen cooperation in defence, trade, science and innovation. The visit is expected to give a major push to the relationship between India and Israel, with both sides planning to upgrade ties to a “special strategic partnership.”
During the trip, Modi will hold detailed talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and meet President Isaac Herzog. He is also scheduled to address the Knesset, which is considered a significant diplomatic honour and reflects the growing closeness between the two nations.
Defence cooperation is expected to be the main focus of the visit. India and Israel already work closely in this sector, and the new discussions are likely to include joint development and production of advanced military equipment. Both countries are also looking at stronger cooperation in security, especially at a time when tensions in West Asia remain high due to the ongoing situation in Gaza and the wider region.
Apart from defence, the talks will cover trade, agriculture, water management, space, artificial intelligence, and other high-technology areas. Efforts will be made to increase business partnerships and encourage investment, as both countries see strong potential for growth in innovation-led sectors.
Modi is also expected to interact with the Indian community in Israel, highlighting the people-to-people connection that has strengthened over the years.
This is Modi’s second visit to Israel, and officials say it marks an important step in taking bilateral ties to a higher level. The planned upgrade in the partnership will allow the two countries to work more closely during crises and expand cooperation across key sectors.
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