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India and Israel pledge to boost cooperation on trade, defence

India and Israel pledge to boost cooperation on trade, defence

Summary

India and Israel have agreed to work more closely on defense technology and to pursue a free trade agreement. The two countries will also collaborate on technologies like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Indian Prime Minister Modi made these announcements during Modi's two-day visit to Israel.

Key Facts

  • India and Israel will collaborate on defense technology.
  • They plan to work towards a free trade agreement.
  • Collaboration will also focus on technologies like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
  • More than a dozen agreements were signed during Modi's visit to Israel.
  • Israel will allow 50,000 more Indian nationals to work in the country.
  • The visit included discussions on global trends in technology, economy, and society.
  • Modi's visit drew criticism due to ongoing tensions over Israel's actions in Gaza.
  • Both countries condemned terrorism and mentioned specific attacks in their joint statement.

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