Members of the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, warmly welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a standing ovation and chants of ‘Modi-Modi’ as he arrived to deliver his groundbreaking address, the first ever by an Indian PM at the Knesset. Israeli Speaker Amir Ohana greeted PM Modi in Hindi, hailing him as a defining statesman of our times. PM Modi, on a two-day State Visit, also held discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on enhancing bilateral ties and regional issues.
Netanyahu expressed deep friendship and admiration for PM Modi, emphasizing the strong bond between the two nations. The leaders engaged in talks covering various sectors like technology, water management, agriculture, and talent partnership, aiming to foster closer collaboration. Netanyahu highlighted the personal relationship between them, underscoring the positive impact on the Israel-India relationship.
PM Modi, on his return to Israel after nine years, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and discussed key areas of cooperation with Netanyahu. The visit included a festive reception at the Knesset, an innovation event in Jerusalem, and a joint dinner hosted by Netanyahu. Both leaders are set to sign agreements in economic, security, and diplomatic spheres to further enhance cooperation between Israel and India.
Expressing his honor at the warm welcome received from the Israeli PM and First Lady, PM Modi looks forward to productive discussions that will strengthen the friendship between the two nations. His previous visit in 2017 paved the way for advancements in defense, agriculture, and water management cooperation, reflecting the growing partnership between Israel and India.
