Modi`s Israel visit to seal the free trade pact |
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s upcoming visit to Israel will reflect the tremendous growth in diplomatic relations that were established 25 years ago and could serve as a catalyst for finalising a long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Israeli envoy Daniel Carmon said to Hindustan Times in New Delhi. Such visits should become “part of the routine” as the two sides move closer because of shared values and common challenges, especially terrorism. The growth in India-Israel ties reflected changes in the “architecture of world politics” and the rebalance in India`s relations with the Arab world and Israel. For India the relations were either with the Arab countries or with Israel. This is not the case anymore, now it is with the Arab countries and with Israel. He described defence cooperation as a key element in the ties but said Israel could be a source of cutting edge technology in areas such as agriculture, water management and irrigation. No dates have been announced for the visit though Modi is expected to travel to Israel in June or July. Israeli firms have made offers for the “Clean Ganga” campaign after analysing “part of the challenges” in rejuvenating the river, and 40 centres of excellence for horticulture and agriculture are being established, of which 15 are operational.
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