Union Minister Piyush Goyal meets Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the conclusion of his three-day visit, in Jerusalem on Sunday. Israel’s Minister of Economy and Industry Nir Barkat also present. Photo: @PiyushGoyal X/ANI Photo
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday (November 23, 2025) concluded a successful three-day visit to Israel, where he met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other key leaders.
Mr. Goyal conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s warm wishes to Netanyahu and updated him on his discussions with Minister Nir Barkat and the outcomes of the Business Forum and CEOs Forum.
In a post on X, Mr. Goyal highlighted the signing of the Terms of Reference to launch Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, expected to boost trade, investment, and technology cooperation. He discussed strengthening innovation ties by combining Israel’s hi-tech strengths with India’s scale and talent.
Mr. Goyal sought Netanyahu’s guidance on deepening economic and strategic engagement in sectors like agriculture, water, defence, science, technology, and innovation.
“Honoured to call on the Prime Minister of Israel, H.E. @Netanyahu, at the conclusion of my three-day visit. Conveyed to him the warm wishes of Prime Minister @NarendraModi ji. Updated him on my discussions with Minister @NirBarkat and the successful holding of Business Forum and CEOs Forum held with over 60-member Indian business delegation that accompanied me. Highlighted the signing of the Terms of Reference to launch FTA negotiations, which will boost trade, investment and technology cooperation. Discussed strengthening our innovation partnership by combining Israel’s hi-tech strengths with India’s scale and talent. Took his guidance on further deepening bilateral economic and strategic engagement across the sectors of agriculture, water, defence, science & technology and innovation,” Piyush Goyal posted on X.
The meeting underscores the growing collaboration between India and Israel across economic, technological, and strategic domains, paving the way for expanded cooperation in the years ahead.
During his visit to Israel, Mr. Goyal held a series of wide-ranging engagements, further strengthening bilateral cooperation across agriculture, technology, innovation and trade.
Published – November 23, 2025 06:58 pm IST
