Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday arrived in Israel for a two-day state visit, where he was received by his Israeli counterpart, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and his wife Sara Netanyahu.
In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi expressed optimism about the visit, saying he looked forward to bilateral discussions and fruitful outcomes that would further strengthen the India-Israel friendship.
“Landed in Israel. I am extremely honoured to be received by Prime Minister Netanyahu and Mrs. Netanyahu at the airport. I look forward to engaging in bilateral discussions and fruitful outcomes that strengthen the India-Israel friendship,” he wrote.
On the Prime Minister’s arrival, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X that this was Prime Minister Modi’s second visit to Israel in nine years and that he was accorded a special Guard of Honour.
“Israel is an important partner of India across strategic and technological domains, with deep cooperation in science and technology, innovation, defence and agriculture. The relationship is anchored in mutual trust, shared priorities and a growing convergence in futuristic technologies,” the post added.
Prime Minister Netanyahu also welcomed Prime Minister Modi in a post on X, saying, “It’s a great honor to welcome you to Israel, Prime Minister Modi.”
Ahead of his departure, Prime Minister Modi, in a statement, described the visit as an opportunity to further deepen the two nations’ “robust and multifaceted Strategic Partnership.”
“India and Israel share a robust and multifaceted Strategic Partnership that has witnessed remarkable growth and dynamism in recent years,” the statement said, highlighting the positive trajectory of bilateral ties.
The Prime Minister said he looks forward to holding talks with his Israeli counterpart to further expand cooperation across a range of sectors.
(ANI)
