Goyal Concludes Israel Visit, Deepens Strategic and Trade Ties

26 Nov 2025 CW Team

A key outcome was the signing of the Terms of Reference for the India–Israel Free Trade Agreement, paving the way for structured negotiations toward a balanced and mutually beneficial partnership. Discussions with the Minister of Finance highlighted opportunities for Indian companies in infrastructure and mining, alongside avenues for Indian workers in Israel. Conversations with the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security focused on Israel’s long-term food-security strategy, water-reuse leadership and advanced seed-improvement technologies.

Piyush Goyal addressed the India–Israel Business Forum and CEOs Forum, both of which witnessed strong participation from industry. More than 250 B2B meetings were held. The Minister underlined India’s significant potential for Israeli innovators, particularly in technology, agritech, water technology, defence, science and technology, fintech, AI, quantum computing, pharmaceuticals and space.

He also held discussions with leaders of major Israeli companies, including Check Point, IDE Technologies, NTA and Netafim, covering cybersecurity, desalination and wastewater solutions, metro and mobility systems, and precision agriculture. The visit included a tour of the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation, an autonomous-driving experience hosted by Mobileye, and an interaction at Kibbutz Ramat Rachel on community-led agriculture and rural development.

Piyush Goyal met members of the Indian business delegation, representatives from Indian and Israeli media, the diamond community and the Indian diaspora. He visited key cultural and historical sites, including the Israel Museum and the Indian Hospice. Minister Nir Barkat hosted a gala reception in his honour, followed by a community reception organised by the Embassy of India in Israel.

On the final day, Piyush Goyal briefed the President and the Prime Minister of Israel on the outcomes of the Business Forum and CEOs Forum and discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in agriculture, water, defence, cybersecurity, science, technology and innovation.

The accompanying Indian business delegation also undertook visits to the Peres Center for Peace & Innovation, Check Point, Sheba Hospital and an agricultural farm, gaining insights into Israel’s innovation strengths, cyber capabilities, medical leadership and sustainable farming practices.

The visit reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to deepen economic engagement, accelerate technology-driven collaboration and broaden partnerships across strategic sectors marking a significant step forward in the next phase of the India–Israel relationship.

The Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, concluded a three-day visit to Israel from 20–22 November 2025, holding a series of high-level meetings to reinforce the India–Israel strategic and economic partnership. The visit featured engagements with senior members of the Israeli Government, including the Minister of Economy and Industry, Nir Barkat; Minister of Finance, Bezalel Smotrich; Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Avi Dichter; as well as calls on the President of Israel, H.E. Mr Isaac Herzog, and the Prime Minister, H.E. Mr Benjamin Netanyahu.A key outcome was the signing of the Terms of Reference for the India–Israel Free Trade Agreement, paving the way for structured negotiations toward a balanced and mutually beneficial partnership. Discussions with the Minister of Finance highlighted opportunities for Indian companies in infrastructure and mining, alongside avenues for Indian workers in Israel. Conversations with the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security focused on Israel’s long-term food-security strategy, water-reuse leadership and advanced seed-improvement technologies.Piyush Goyal addressed the India–Israel Business Forum and CEOs Forum, both of which witnessed strong participation from industry. More than 250 B2B meetings were held. The Minister underlined India’s significant potential for Israeli innovators, particularly in technology, agritech, water technology, defence, science and technology, fintech, AI, quantum computing, pharmaceuticals and space.He also held discussions with leaders of major Israeli companies, including Check Point, IDE Technologies, NTA and Netafim, covering cybersecurity, desalination and wastewater solutions, metro and mobility systems, and precision agriculture. The visit included a tour of the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation, an autonomous-driving experience hosted by Mobileye, and an interaction at Kibbutz Ramat Rachel on community-led agriculture and rural development.Piyush Goyal met members of the Indian business delegation, representatives from Indian and Israeli media, the diamond community and the Indian diaspora. He visited key cultural and historical sites, including the Israel Museum and the Indian Hospice. Minister Nir Barkat hosted a gala reception in his honour, followed by a community reception organised by the Embassy of India in Israel.On the final day, Piyush Goyal briefed the President and the Prime Minister of Israel on the outcomes of the Business Forum and CEOs Forum and discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in agriculture, water, defence, cybersecurity, science, technology and innovation.The accompanying Indian business delegation also undertook visits to the Peres Center for Peace & Innovation, Check Point, Sheba Hospital and an agricultural farm, gaining insights into Israel’s innovation strengths, cyber capabilities, medical leadership and sustainable farming practices.The visit reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to deepen economic engagement, accelerate technology-driven collaboration and broaden partnerships across strategic sectors marking a significant step forward in the next phase of the India–Israel relationship.

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