Live updates: PM Modi leaves for Germany, thanking Israeli PM for hospitality
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PM Modi tweets a photograph signed by Israeli PM Netanyahu, thanking him for his hospitality.
Thank you my friend, PM @netanyahu for the signed photo, your kind words, amazing hospitality & passion towards #IndiaIsraelFriendship. pic.twitter.com/1jUtMG3F85
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2017
The Indian prime minister also shared other pictures of himself with Israeli PM Netanyahu from his visit
I thank the people and Government of Israel for their hospitality. This successful visit will add more energy to India-Israel relations. pic.twitter.com/sreMPExX9i
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2017
Thank you my friend, PM @netanyahu for the signed photo, your kind words, amazing hospitality & passion towards #IndiaIsraelFriendship. pic.twitter.com/1jUtMG3F85
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2017
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu accompanies PM Narendra Modi as he emplanes for Hamburg, Germany #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/TfPw293VBV
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplanes for Hamburg in Germany; PM Modi will be participating in the G-20 Summit there #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/XdoiXZMvg6
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Indian students in Israel's Tel Aviv #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/hv0opKCO8S
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
Tel Aviv: CEOs of India-Israel conclude MoUs worth over 5 bn $ on the sidelines of the visit #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/UNEVBPJuj5
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
12 MoUs signed between Indian and Israeli companies, total value of MoUs over 4.5 billion dollars: Pankaj Patel, Deputy President, India-Israel CEOs forum
We have put a simple goal that we have to increase cooperation between Indian and Israeli business sectors: President, India-Israel CEOs forum
Identified sectors like agriculture, water treatment, healthcare etc where we can reach a goal of 20 billion dollars: President, India-Israel CEOs forum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends Technology Exhibition with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, in Tel Aviv #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/X7eKE6LkG9
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
PM Modi is visiting Germany's Hamburg from July 6-8 for the G20 Summit: MEA
PM's pre-planned bilateral meetings on sidelines of G20 Summit are with Argentina, Canada, Italy, Japan, Mexico, ROK, UK and Vietnam: MEA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi given a demonstration of a mobile water filtration plant, at Dor beach in Haifa, Israel #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/E88gKuAqkE
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
PM Modi is likely to meet Joseph Weiss of Israeli Aerospace Industries and Uzi Landau of RAFAEL Advance Defense Systems at the India-Israel CEOs Forum at Tel Aviv today
A light moment between PM Modi and PM Netanyahu at Haifa's Dor Beach
#WATCH: PM Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu at Dor beach in Haifa, Israel #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/yqQOl4dcJR
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
PM Modi and PM Netanyahu at Dor beach in Haifa #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/PMQxwNQI7t
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
PM Modi and PM Netanyahu unveil plaque commemorating Major Dalpat Singh(WW1 hero) in Haifa #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/HViNGcqnwj
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
PM Modi pays tribute at cemetery for Indian soldiers of WWI in Haifa #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/AgoZe6KIEX
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
PM Narendra Modi and PM Netanyahu at cemetery for Indian soldiers of WWI in Haifa, Israel #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/1hSvnWOFp9
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 6, 2017
PM Modi also shared the story of a soldier from the Maratha Light Infantry, referred to by the Israelis as "the Indian", who played a historic role in Haifa during World War I.
The photo depicts Indian soldiers leading a British military column to librate Jerusalem (December 11, 1917). pic.twitter.com/cgnZS590Iq
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 5, 2017
PM Modi concludes his address to the Indian community in Israel #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/8K387yNfl1
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
India will soon open Indian Cultural Center in Israel, that will keep you connected: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/VwOG13R91B
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
"We are soon starting Delhi-Mumbai-Tel Aviv air services," said PM Modi.
"I have a good news for you. Those Indians living in Israels are having lots of trouble over their OCI and PIO cards. I have come to know this. Relations of the heart can't be dictated by a piece of paper. There is no way you can be denied an OCI card. If you are not able to get an OCI card, it defeats the purpose of this document. Those Indian-origin individuals who have done compulsory Army service in Israel will also get OCI cards now. We will also simplify rules related to issue of OCI cards to those who have done compulsory military training," said PM Modi.
I met Moshe a few hours ago. I witnessed how the desire to live in peace can overcome the specter of terror: PM Modi
Making consistent efforts to double farmers' income by 2022, policies being formulated: PM Modi in Israel #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/E6o3gaXPkf
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Israel has surprised everyone with its new innovations in almost every field be it solar panel,solar window,agro biotechnology: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/7LDaLyBR15
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
And these are the three Pravasi Bharatiya Samman awardees who met the PM today pic.twitter.com/QExwBTPpNP
— Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) July 5, 2017
Both PM Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu spoke about their respective youth population and the exchange that took place informally on a people-to-people basis.
"There is one area of cooperation -- young people... Today when young Israelis go to India, they go backpacking. They go on the hummus trail -- that means places you hear Hebrew being spoken. I want Indian students to come backpacking here on the curry trail. Not too many -- just in proportion," said PM Netanyahu to loud cheering from the Indian community present.
PM Modi also recounted how Israeli PM Netanyahu sent him a photograph of Indian soldiers liberating Jerusalem in 1917 during British rule, calling the photo "heart-touching".
Recalled another famous Indian Jew, late Lt-General JFR Jacob, a Baghdadi Jew from Kolkata, who led India's charge into Bangladesh, then East Pakistan, in 1971.
We want every Indian to have their own homes, the homes to have power and water supply by 2022 by facilitating real estate companies: PM Modi
We have given real estate the status of industry so that companies of this sector can get loans on low rates: PM Modi
We have launched GST on July 1. This has achieved an old dream of one country one tax. I call it Good and Simple Tax: PM Modi
The way Sardar Patel brought different princely states together into one India, this law has managed to merge disparate tax laws in 2017: PM Modi
The mantra of my government is reform, perform, transform: PM Modi
PM Modi remembered Shimon Perez, another great leader of Israel, calling him a great statesman.
Dr Lael Anson Best is a prominent cardiothoracic surgeon from the Indian community in Israel who was among those awarded the Pravasi Samman meant for non-resident Indians. PM Modi reminded the Gujarati community members of the Best Hospital in Ahmedabad.
Mayors of various Israeli cities have also joined us today. Their love for India has drawn them here, I thank them: PM Modi
Modi also mentioned Marathi journal, Mai Boli (Mother Tongue) that is published in Israel.
Those from Cochin Kerala celebrate Onam with great pomp. A sizeable number of immigrants in Israel are from Maharashtra and Kerala.
Prime Minister Modi talks about the presence of the Indian community in Israel for hundreds of years. Mentions the legend of Sufi saint Baba Fareed who is believed to have done penance in a cave in Israel.
Sankhya aur aakar utna mayne nahi rakhta, ye Israel ne karke dikhaya aur saabit kiya hai: PM Modi
Bharat Israel ka saath parampara, sanskriti, ek doosre pe bharosa aur mitrata ka hai: PM Modi
There is a similarity even in our religions: PM Modi
#WATCH Live: PM Modi at Community Event with the Indian diaspora in Israel https://t.co/uVlVKKwlKo
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
70 varshon mein pehli baar kisi Bharatiya PM ka aana apne aap mein khushi ka avsar hai, kuch sawal nishaan bhi hai: PM Modi
Modi speaks to Indian community at Tel Aviv community centre in Hindi
#WATCH: PM Modi welcomed with 'Modi' chants as he arrived with Israeli PM Netanyahu to address the Indian diaspora #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/ZX8otdskl9
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
"When Israelis go to India, they go on the hummus trail. I want Indians to come here on the curry trail," says Netanyahu
"Prime Minister (Modi), these are the Jews of India. They love India, they love Israel," says Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjami Netanyahu begins speaking to the Indian diaspora at the Tel Aviv convention centre
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to arrive shortly at Tel Aviv Convention Centre to address Indian community
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to arrive shortly at Tel Aviv Convention Center to address the Indian diaspora, people throng to welcome him. pic.twitter.com/8gCXTnmdSa
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Watch LIVE: Cultural programmes at Tel Aviv Convention Centre ahead of PM Modi's address to the Indian community
#WATCH LIVE: Cultural programmes at Tel Aviv Convention Center ahead of PM Modi's community event address. https://t.co/eWslcKCaRL
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Cultural programmes precede PM Modi's address to the Indian community at Tel Aviv Convention Centre
Cultural programmes precede PM Modi's address to the Indian community at Tel Aviv Convention Center #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/YAkYDov7Jk
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Israeli Museum for Exhibition on Indian Jewish Heritage
Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Israeli Museum for Exhibition on Indian Jewish Heritage #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/YsxCCD4rkf
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met three Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awardees from Israel
Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met three Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awardees from Israel #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/TU2ASZPijg
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
PM Modi meets Opposition leader Isaac Herzog
Jerusalem: Isaac Herzog, Opposition leader meets PM Narendra Modi #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/Oc4rowLFJ9
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
There was a broad agreement that the fight against terrorism won't work if it's very segmented & translated into narrow agendas: Indian foreign secretary S Jaishankar
There was a broad agreement that the fight against terrorism won't work if it's very segmented & translated into narrow agendas:Foreign secy pic.twitter.com/R56sFO77fl
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
We have announced a strategic partnership in water and agriculture. It offers us a whole spectrum of possibilities: Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
We have announced a strategic partnership in water and agriculture. It offers us a whole spectrum of possibilities: Subrahmanyam Jaishankar pic.twitter.com/jkkJM8INii
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
You can visit India anytime, will give you & your family long-term visa: PM Modi to Moshe, the now 11-yr-old survivor of 26/11 attacks
You can visit India anytime,will give you & your family long term visa:PM Modi to Moshe the now 11-yr-old survivor of 26/11 attacks pic.twitter.com/oJi7Ky3mo9
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
#WATCH: Dear Mr Modi, I love you and your people in India says Moshe Holtzberg the now 11-year-old survivor of the 26/11 attacks pic.twitter.com/QCebzkvL0T
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Foreign Secretary Jaishankar: We (India and Israel) also spoke about what we could do in third countries
Indian foreign secretary conducts MEA media briefing. Says the two countries have signed 7 agreements
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets 26/11 survivor ‘Baby Moshe’ in Jerusalem #IndiaIsraelFriendship #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/HYpGhFRZXE
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Netanyahu tells Moshe he will accompany him when Netanyahu travels to India
Modi had invited Netanyahu to India. The Israeli PM had accepted
Moshe, during the 26/11 attacks on the Chabad House in Mumbai, was saved by his Indian nanny Sandra
Moshe now lives with his grandparents near Tel Aviv
"Prime Minister Modi I love you," says Moshe
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, meets Moshe
Moshe lost his parents in the 26/11 attacks on Mumbai in 2008
He was a baby at the time. He is now 11 years old
MoU regarding cooperation in Electric Propulsion for Small Satellites, MoU for setting up of India-Israel Industrial R&D & Tech Innovation fund signed
Other agreements signed: MoU on State Water Utility Reform in India, MoU regarding cooperation in GEO-LEO Optical link
Modi: Friends, about 150 kms from here there is a slice of history in Haifa that is very dear to my country. That is the resting place of 41 soldiers of my country who laid down their lives fighting in World War I. Tomorrow I will visit Haifa
Modi invites Netanyahu to India, Netanyahu accepts
India has suffered first hand the violence and hatred spread by terror, so has Israel: Modi
Our belief in democratic values and economic progress has been a shared pursuit: PM Modi
Israel is among the leading nations in the field of innovation,water and agriculture: PM Modi
Our talks focused on not just areas of bilateral opportunities but also how our cooperation can help cause of global peace and stability: Indian Prime Minister Modi
Our talks focused on not just areas of bilateral opportunities but also how our coop'n can help cause of global peace and stability: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/qbN0kL0UCK
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
We are being challenged by forces of terror. We have agreed to cooperate in this area: PM Netanyahu
India-Israel sign seven agreements including MoU for water conservation in India
This is a deeply moving moment for me. We are making history: Netanyahu
This is a marriage made in heaven but we are implementing it here on earth: Israeli PM Netanyahu
This is a marriage made in heaven but we are implementing it here on earth: PM Netanyahu #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/56ZwYf3Ymx
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Remarkable visit, Israelis saying it is well worth the wait. They're thrilled with PM's visit here:India's Ambassador to Israel Pavan Kapoor
Remarkable visit, Israelis saying it is well worth the wait. They're thrilled with PM's visit here:India's Ambassador to Israel Pavan Kapoor pic.twitter.com/MiiJr4xWMw
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Exchange of agreements between India and Israel including three on space cooperation
Exchange of agreements between India and Israel, in Jerusalem #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/PuvNqyVlBy
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Watch: India and Israel issue joint statement
WATCH: India and Israel issue joint statement https://t.co/PrTjr9anb3
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Yes I hope Baby Moshe goes back to India once he is grown up: Rabbi Holzberg Nachman, Moshe's grandfather says
Yes I hope Baby Moshe goes back to India once he is grown up:Rabbi Holzberg Nachman,Grandfather #IndiaIsraelfriendship pic.twitter.com/xXKZoll3WO
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
This is a big day for Israel and the family. I welcome PM Modi here: Rabbi Holzberg Nachman, Moshe's grandfather says
Moshe was the baby who lost his parents in the attack on Mumbai's Chabad House during the 2008 Mumbai terror strike. He was rescued by his Indian nanny
Watch video: Narendra Modi meets Benjamin Netanyahu
#WATCH Jerusalem: PM Narendra Modi meets PM Benjamin Netanyahu #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/P52bHOCWCe
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem
Jerusalem: PM Narendra Modi meets PM Benjamin Netanyahu #IndiaIsraelFriendship pic.twitter.com/ZlmuyCmykz
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 5, 2017
PM Modi met Israel's President Revlin today. PM Modi said he was overwhelmed by the warm welcome and love he has received in Israel.
"Yaha aake bohot apnapan mila aur mere sava sau crore desh vasiyo ke liye jo apne prem dikhaya uske liye dhanyavaad," Modi said.
We want to put in place a robust security partnership to respond to shared threats to our peace, stability and prosperity: Modi
We want to frame our relationship that transforms the landscape of our economic engagement: PM Modi during press statement
Indian Jews are a living and vibrant connect to this shared history: PM Modi during press statement
India is a fast growing economy and we are using technology and innovation for the progress of our nation: PM Modi
India is a fast growing economy and we are using technology and innovation for the progress of our nation: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/tbFluONZ63
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
WATCH LIVE: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issue press statements
#WATCH PM Modi and Israeli PM Netanyahu issue press statements, in Israel https://t.co/e1EQ5InNxU
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
India-Israel ties have seen rapid growth over the last several years: PM Modi during press statement
India-Israel ties have seen rapid growth over the last several years: PM Modi during press statement #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/M6UiC1wbj0
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
We must resolutely oppose evils of terrorism, radicalism and violence: PM Modi during press statement
We must resolutely oppose evils of terrorism, radicalism and violence: PM Modi during press statement #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/JX7e5KcPEK
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Most grateful to their warm and generous hospitality: PM Modi to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu during press statement
Most grateful to their warm and generous hospitality: PM Modi to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu during press statement #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/Yfeksd3Emi
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
We also face common challenges, first of it is to defeat forces of terror. Need to stand and work together: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
We also face common challenges, first of it is to defeat forces of terror. Need to stand and work together: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu pic.twitter.com/StgiyyYAoO
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
We believe we can together do great things for betterment of future of our people: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu during press statement
We believe we can together do great things for betterment of future of our people: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu during press statement pic.twitter.com/5khB4Ip5vO
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu make joint press statement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu during press statement in Israel #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/HFXJOHGiKt
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the grave of Benjamin Ze'ev Herzl in Jerusalem. Herzl was one of the founders of modern political Zionism.
Israel: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits grave of Benjamin Ze'ev Herzl in Jerusalem. #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/xoBnQ8uQFn
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
The head of the Ahmaddiya community in Israel thanks Modi for support back home
Ahmadiyya head in Israel thanks PM Modi for support to community
— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) July 4, 2017
Read @ani_news story | https://t.co/bCyXC4zRlS pic.twitter.com/pag5Atx6xv
Indian-Israeli chef Rina Pushkarna hired to rustle up vegetarian dishes for PM Modi. No poultry or meat on menu, just fish, and vegetarian dishes.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi signs visitors' book at Yad Vashem
Prime Minister Narendra Modi signs Visitors' Book at Yad Vashem, memorial to victims of the Holocaust, in Israel #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/l82RY9t3ml
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Prime Minister Modi pays tribute, lays wreath at Yad Vashem
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute, lays wreath at Yad Vashem, memorial to victims of the Holocaust, in Israel????. #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/WKxkxpi5dg
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Modi will not be visiting the Palestinian city of Ramallah, indicating that India is no longer hyphenating its Israel relationship with Palestine
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is at Yad Vashem, a memorial to victims of the Holocaust
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Yad Vashem, memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, in Israel????. #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/Pagwft7jzv
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Modi visits Yad Vashem, a memorial to victims of the Holocaust
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Yad Vashem, memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, in Israel????. #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/UFdbbPWlyP
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Modi visits Yad Vashem, a memorial to the victims of the holocaust.
#WATCH PM Narendra Modi visits Yad Vashem, memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, in Israel???? https://t.co/0lJ3dihXTS
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
After Modi's visit to Danziger flower farm, a chrysanthemum will be named after him. The flower will be called "Modi".
Crysanthumun flower will be named in honour of PM Narendra Modi. The flower will be called 'Modi.' #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/pL1bsCWb4m
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
PM Modi to visit Yad Vashem, a memorial to the victims of the Holocaust???, shortly
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Danziger flower farm
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Danziger Flower Farm, in Israel #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/8BR7flMRDY
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
The Indian Prime Minister will stay in the same luxury suite in King David Hotel that US President Donald Trump stayed in during his visit.
PM Modi due to meet 4,000 Jews of Indian origins.
Formula for success simple, it's I-squared & T-squared which equals Indian talent & Israeli technology equals India-Israel ties for tomorrow: Israeli PM
India counts Israel among its most important partners: PM Modi
Watch welcome ceremony for PM Modi at Ben Gurion airport in Israel
#WATCH Welcome ceremony for PM Narendra Modi at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel https://t.co/7I7hEcSAAH
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
A progressive partnership in all these areas would shape the scope of my conversation with my friend PM Benjamin Netanyahu: PM Modi
We are cooperating to secure our societies against common threats such as terrorism: PM Modi
Alongside building a partnership for shared economic prosperity, we are also cooperating to secure our societies: PM Modi
Today is July 4, exactly 41 years since Operation Entebbe when your PM and my friend Bibi lost his brother while rescuing hostage: PM Modi
Modi in his welcome address mentions the raid on Entebbe in which Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu lost his brother
"I am keen to interact with Indian diaspora in Israel, including large number of Jews of Indian origin": Indian PM Narendra Modi
Watch video of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu calling Modi "mere dost"
#WATCH Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says, 'Aapka swagat hai mere dost' welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel pic.twitter.com/QjtsoCek2R
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Prime Minister Modi is dressed in the colours of the Israeli flag, he is wearing a white bandhgala and a blue pocket square
"It is my singular honour to be the first ever PM of India to undertake this groundbreaking visit to Israel," says Indian Prime Minister Modi on landing in Israel
"We can do even better together, welcome to Israel my friend PM Modi": Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
"I am confident of the real mathematics of life, of success of our partnership for many reasons; talent of our people": Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
"We love India, admire your culture, history, democracy and commitment to progress," says Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
"Aapka swagat hai mere dost," Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says to Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu receives PM Modi at Ben Gurion Airport #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/FgFm5RWPES
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Modi is received at Ben Gurion airport by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu receives PM Modi at Ben Gurion Airport #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/6hZnQF45cJ
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
PM Narendra Modi arrives at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel #ModiInIsrael pic.twitter.com/QFGnRIayPQ
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Indian Prime mInister Narendra Modi lands in Israel. This is the first visit to Israel by an Indian prime minister.
PM Narendra Modi arrives in Israel in the first-ever visit to the country by an Indian PM pic.twitter.com/UDwLMfKFaL
— ANI (@ANI_news) July 4, 2017
Prime Minister Modi left for Israel this morning. Modi's long-awaited visit to Israel comes amid high expectations as this is the first time an Indian prime minister will be visiting the West Asian country.
India and Israel have been co-operating in a number of areas in recent years, PM Modi is set to discuss several subjects with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu with special focus on cyber security, IT, startups and water management techniques.
India's prime minister is also expected to strengthen defence ties with Israel with India hoping to clinch major defence deals. Drone acquisition will be high on New Delhi's agenda when PM Modi meets with heads of Israeli defence companies.
PM Modi is expected to address Indians at Tel Aviv Fairgrounds on Wednesday evening which will be keenly watched by experts in both countries.
The Indian prime minister will also pay homage to Indian soldiers at the Haifa Indian Cemetery that contains the graves of 49 Commonwealth servicemen of the First World War.