The discussions come amid a broader push to strengthen bilateral trade and move closer to finalising a long-pending free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries. The issue was highlighted in Indian Ambassador to Israel J P Singh's interview with DD on what the upcoming engagement cou
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) on Monday asserted that the real value of the renewed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) push lies in strategic cooperation rather than merchandise trade.
Goyal said his visit had been "very successful," adding that both the Israeli government and industry showed strong interest in expanding cooperation with India. He noted that the two sides had finalised and signed the Terms of Reference for the proposed India-Israel free trade agreement,
During his official engagements on November 21, Goyal met Israel's Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Avi Dichter, for detailed discussions on boosting agricultural partnership. Dichter briefed him on Israel's long-term 25-year food-security roadmap, the country's seed-improvement te
During his visit to New Delhi, Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat emphasised strengthening India-Israel trade, technology, and investment relations. He also advocated for more flights between the two nations to boost business and tourism.
Israel's ambassador to India, Naor Gilon, on Tuesday said New Delhi and Tel Aviv were natural partners in the high-tech sector, adding that trade between the two countries has surpassed the USD 10 billion mark.