Following the Delhi Blast, a Meeting Between PM Modi and Israeli PM Netanyahu is Scheduled
Following the recent blast in Delhi, a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been arranged. Both leaders will discuss a firm stance against terrorism and a joint strategy, strengthening the India-Israel strategic partnership.
World Update: India and Israel have further solidified their stance against terrorism. Following the recent incident in Delhi, leaders from both countries engaged in serious discussions regarding counter-terrorism measures. Notably, on Wednesday, Prime Minister Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone conversation. Subsequently, the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) announced that the two leaders are expected to meet in person soon, marking the first such meeting following the Delhi blast.
Zero Tolerance Towards Terrorism
During their phone conversation, PM Modi and Netanyahu reiterated their firm stance against terrorism. Both leaders emphasized that there would be no compromise in dealing with terrorism and that a zero-tolerance policy would be adopted. The discussion involved a thorough examination of the threats and impacts of terrorism, with a consensus reached on the necessity of acting together to combat it.
The Israeli PMO shared information about the conversation on social media, stating that the two leaders agreed to meet very soon after a warm and friendly discussion. This is anticipated to pave the way for Prime Minister Netanyahu’s long-awaited visit to India.
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Visit to India
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s visit to India will follow recent high-level ministerial visits. This year, several Israeli ministers have visited India, including Tourism Minister Haim Katz, Economy and Industry Minister Nir Barakat, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Avi Dickter, and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. These visits have focused on bilateral cooperation and investment agreements.
Israel has dismissed reports suggesting that the Delhi blast led to the postponement of Netanyahu’s visit, expressing full confidence in India’s security arrangements and stating that both sides are working to finalize the dates for his trip.
India and Israel’s Partnership
The strategic and economic partnership between India and Israel is continuously strengthening. Both countries are moving forward rapidly towards signing a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Recently, during Finance Minister Smotrich’s visit, a bilateral investment treaty was signed. Furthermore, during Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal’s visit to Israel, an agreement was reached on the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the FTA.
Both countries are working to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including defense, science, technology, and agriculture. Prime Minister Netanyahu’s visit to India is seen as an opportunity to further consolidate this partnership.
Joint Strategy Against Terrorism
The meeting between PM Modi and Netanyahu is being viewed as a step towards formulating a robust strategy against terrorism. Both countries are victims of terrorism and have faced this threat. Discussions during the potential meeting could involve concrete and coordinated steps to address the issue.
Israel has repeatedly emphasized that countries adopting a dual approach to terrorism will be criticized, and a call for unity will be made on the international stage. This meeting between PM Modi and Netanyahu could also promote global cooperation against terrorism.
