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India-Israel FTA Deal: A Stepping Stone to Shared Prosperity and Growth

India and Israel have taken a crucial step toward strengthening their economic partnership. Union Minister Piyush Goyal signed the Terms of Reference for Free Trade Agreement negotiations with his Israeli counterpart. The agreement aims to create new opportunities for Indian companies in Israel's infrastructure projects, particularly the Tel Aviv metro. Both nations are committed to leveraging their complementary strengths for mutual economic benefit.

Key Points: India Israel FTA Signed by Piyush Goyal for Bilateral Trade

  • India and Israel signed Terms of Reference for comprehensive FTA negotiations
  • Indian companies may participate in Israel's upcoming metro projects
  • Both nations aim to diversify bilateral trade across multiple sectors
  • 60-member business delegation exploring new cooperation opportunities in Israel
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India-Israel FTA will be a stepping stone to our shared prosperity: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal signs India-Israel FTA terms, calling it a stepping stone to shared prosperity with metro project opportunities for Indian companies.

"India-Israel FTA will be a stepping stone to our shared prosperity. India's skills can be leveraged by Israel for its metro project in Tel Aviv - Piyush Goyal"

Tel Aviv, November 21

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, said on Thursday that the India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will be a "stepping stone" to the prosperity of both nations.

Goyal said that India's skills can be used by Israel for its metro project.

"India-Israel FTA will be a stepping stone to our shared prosperity. India's skills can be leveraged by Israel for its metro project in Tel Aviv," Goyal said.

In a post on X, Goyal said, "Together with Nir Barkat, Minister of Economy and Industry of Israel, I signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) to guide the negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) between India and Israel today. This is the first crucial step towards facilitating talks to conclude a balanced, comprehensive, and mutually beneficial FTA to strengthen and enhance our trade, economic, and strategic partnership."

"Our joint aim is to diversify and enhance bilateral trade, creating a larger market by identifying new areas of cooperation while addressing sensitivities across various sectors. We remain committed to leveraging each other's complementarities to deliver a mutually beneficial outcome for both sides," he added.

Earlier, Goyal said that he met Gaby Miodownik, CEO of Netafim in Israel.

Talking about the meeting, he said in a post on X, "Pleased to meet Mr. Gaby Miodownik, CEO of Netafim in Israel. Reviewed the group's work in India and identified avenues to expand partnership in precision irrigation, agri-tech, and sustainable farming solutions."

Goyal also discussed potential opportunities for Indian companies in Israel's upcoming metro projects with Itamar Ben Meir, CEO of NTA-Metropolitan Mass Transit System Ltd.

In a post on X, he said, "Met Mr. Itamar Ben Meir, CEO of NTA - Metropolitan Mass Transit System Ltd. Discussed potential opportunities for Indian companies in Israel's upcoming metro projects and ways to strengthen cooperation in urban mobility and infrastructure."

India and Israel signed the Terms of Reference for negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement on Thursday. Goyal also held a bilateral meeting with Nir Barkat, Israel's Minister of Economy and Industry in Tel Aviv.

Goyal is leading a 60-member business delegation to Israel, where he is scheduled to meet top leadership and industry representatives to explore ways to boost bilateral trade and investments.

Goyal will travel to Jerusalem on Friday as part of his ongoing visit to further strengthen bilateral economic ties.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I support economic cooperation, I hope this FTA doesn't compromise our domestic industries. We need to ensure our small and medium enterprises are protected in such agreements.
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Sarah B
The agri-tech collaboration with Netafim is particularly exciting! Precision irrigation technology could revolutionize farming in water-scarce regions of India. This is strategic partnership at its best.
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Arjun K
Finally some positive news! Indian companies getting opportunities in foreign infrastructure projects will boost our economy and create jobs back home. Hope this leads to more such international collaborations.
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Vikram M
The 60-member business delegation shows serious intent. This could open doors for Indian startups in Israeli tech ecosystem. Win-win for both nations!
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Michael C
As someone working in infrastructure sector, this is fantastic! Indian engineering companies have proven capabilities in metro projects worldwide. Tel Aviv metro could be another success story like Delhi Metro.

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