As Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his two-day visit to Israel, a leading Israeli newspaper greeted him with a front-page headline, “Namaste Modi, Two Ancient Nations Open a New Chapter.” This visit aims to set new goals for the Strategic Partnership between India and Israel, fostering innovation and prosperity.
PM Modi’s current visit marks his second trip to Israel, following his 2017 visit that strengthened cooperation in defense, agriculture, and water management. The Jerusalem Post highlighted India’s expanding partnership with Israel and the growing strategic ties between the two countries, emphasizing the significance of this visit.
During this visit, PM Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will assess the progress in their strategic partnership and plan future collaborations in defense, security, technology, agriculture, water management, trade, and more. The visit also includes meetings with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, showcasing the high-level engagement between the two nations.
“The Jerusalem Post” recalled PM Modi’s historic 2017 visit, which marked a breakthrough in India-Israel relations. Describing the upcoming visit as more than ceremonial, the newspaper emphasized the matured relationship between the two countries, now a stable pillar in their foreign policies.
India’s Ambassador to Israel, J.P. Singh, highlighted the historic and strategic significance of PM Modi’s visit, emphasizing its role in initiating a new phase in bilateral ties. The agenda of the visit is expected to focus on advanced technology, trade expansion, and deeper strategic cooperation, reflecting the strong bond between the two nations.
PM Modi expressed anticipation for his discussions with Netanyahu, aiming to enhance cooperation across various sectors and exchange views on global and regional matters. He also looks forward to addressing the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, as a tribute to the strong parliamentary and democratic ties between India and Israel.
