Wrapping up his landmark Israel trip, PM Narendra Modi and PM Benjamin Netanyahu announced over 20 groundbreaking agreements on Thursday, spanning defense, tech, and beyond. Modi’s ‘Shalom’ greeting at the joint presser symbolized the deepening bond, as he thanked Israel for its exuberant welcome.
Day two’s bilateral meeting yielded consensus on amplifying cooperation in defense, trade, agriculture, and security. Momentum builds for IMEC and I2U2 corridors to enhance connectivity.
Key MoUs highlight geophysical tech for mineral exploration with AI integration; NMHC development in Lothal for maritime heritage promotion; a cultural program through 2029 with arts festivals and exchanges.
UPI rollout via NPCI and Masaavi enables frictionless India-Israel payments. IINCA, backed by ICAR and Mashavi, drives agrotech innovations like precision tools and post-harvest solutions.
Horizon scanning MoI strengthens foresight with joint research; fisheries MoU advances sustainable aquaculture tech; IFSCA-ISA pact fosters fintech and regtech ecosystems.
Labor protocols open regulated jobs for Indians in retail, logistics, manufacturing, textiles, electronics, and restaurants. AI in education MoU promotes human-centric learning models.
Arbitration bodies ICA and IICA commit to knowledge sharing; the 4th CEO Forum report offers policy recommendations; Nalanda and Hebrew University launch academic exchanges in Buddhist studies and more.
An Indo-Israel Cyber Center of Excellence LoI and AI collaboration MoU target ethical AI, civic apps, and public-private ties. Broader pledges include ministerial JCM upgrades, 20 joint ag fellowships, increased research funding, parliamentary friendship groups, and a 50,000-worker quota.
This summit not only fortifies strategic pillars but ignites a new era of innovation-driven partnership, positioning India and Israel as global leaders in tech and trade.