Prime Minister Narendra Modi has underscored the deep and enduring friendship between India and Israel ahead of his upcoming visit to Jerusalem, highlighting the trust, innovation and shared commitment to peace and progress that define bilateral relations.
The remarks came in response to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who described PM Modi’s visit as “historic” while speaking at the opening of his Cabinet meeting.
In a post on X, Netanyahu said, “”This morning, at the opening of our Cabinet meeting, I spoke about the historic visit of my dear friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to Israel this coming Wednesday. The bond between Israel and India is a powerful alliance between two global leaders.”
“We are partners in innovation, security, and a shared strategic vision. Together, we are building an axis of nations committed to stability and progress. From AI to regional cooperation, our partnership continues to reach new heights. Looking forward to seeing you in Jerusalem, PM Modi!” he added.
Responding to the message, PM Modi thanked Netanyahu and reaffirmed India’s strong commitment to the partnership.
“Thank you, my friend, Prime Minister Netanyahu. I fully agree with you on the bond between India and Israel as well as the diverse nature of our bilateral relations. India deeply values the enduring friendship with Israel, built on trust, innovation and a shared commitment to peace and progress. Looking forward to our discussions during my upcoming Israel visit,” PM Modi said.
