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PM Modi also announced a partnership with Israel on critical and emerging technologies, and said both countries will work together against terrorism.
PM Modi speaking at a joint press meeting with Netanyahu in Israel.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that India and Israel have decided to elevate their ties to a Special Strategic Partnership, and also clinched deals in several key areas, such as critical technologies and defence.
Addressing a joint press meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Modi greeted people with ‘Shalom’ and thanked his counterpart for a warm welcome. “After 9 years, visiting Israel again is a moment of pride for me. Yesterday, I was awarded the ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’. I dedicate this award to 140 crore Indians and the India-Israel friendship," he said.
“Our relationship is built on a strong foundation of deep trust, shared democratic values, and humanitarian sensibilities. Our ties have stood the test of time. Today, we have taken the historic decision to elevate our time-tested partnership to the status of a Special Strategic Partnership," he added.
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February 26, 2026, 16:39 IST
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