Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday interacted with the members of Indian Jewish community in Israel and appreciated their remarkable contributions to the country. He called them a living bridge between the two countries.
Addressing the media in Jerusalem at the conclusion of PM Modi's visit, Misri noted that while the project remains a priority, "the regional situation does weigh on the progress of the initiative," as stable ties among participating corridor nations are essential for its success.
This year was significant as the International Fleet Review (IFR) and MILAN were conducted simultaneously. What began with only five countries has now grown into a massive international event with 74 participating nations, including five new countries this year.
Israel's Special Envoy for Trade and Innovation Fleur Hassan-Nahoum on Wednesday expressed optimism over the proposed India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA), saying its early conclusion could pave the way for a new era of shared economic growth and prosperity between the two nations.
Israeli Prime Minister's Office on Wednesday said that PM Benjamin Netanyahu and PM Narendra Modi's deep personal relationship influences the steady relations between both nations.
Ahead of PM Modi's visit to Israel, Former Israeli Ambassador to India Daniel Carmon on Tuesday (local time) emphasised that the bond between the nations extends beyond leadership, with shared values and interests.
India on Tuesday abstained from voting on a United Nations General Assembly draft resolution that called for an immediate, complete, and unconditional ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
Ahead of PM Modi's upcoming visit, the leader of the Opposition in Israel, Yair Lapid, on Tuesday (local time), emphasised that the India-Israel relationship goes beyond strategy, describing it as a deep bond of friendship between the two nations.
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) argued that Pakistan's expansionist policies and internal fragmentation cause regional instability, calling for a "joint front" among regional nations to counter what they term a broader military threat.
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) Professor B. Ravindran has been appointed to the Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence, established by the United Nations to provide rigorous, independent scientific assessment of AI's impact on society.
The global consensus on artificial intelligence governance expanded as three additional nations joined the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact, bringing the total number of signatories to 91 countries and international organisations.
Carney is scheduled to visit Mumbai and New Delhi, a trip that comes at a time when both nations are seeking to stabilise and strengthen bilateral ties.