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Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial red carpet welcome in Israel as he began a two-day visit aimed at strengthening ties in defence, technology and artificial intelligence.
This marks Modi’s first visit to Israel in nearly nine years
Tel Aviv: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Israel on Wednesday for a two-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in key sectors such as defence, technology and artificial intelligence.
Upon his arrival at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Modi received a red carpet welcome from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara Netanyahu. The ceremonial reception highlighted the close diplomatic ties and growing strategic partnership between the two countries.
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This marks Modi’s first visit to Israel in nearly nine years and comes at a time when both nations are looking to deepen cooperation across emerging technologies and defence manufacturing.
Landed in Israel.
I am extremely honoured to be received by Prime Minister Netanyahu and Mrs. Netanyahu at the airport. I look forward to engaging in bilateral discussions and fruitful outcomes that strengthen the India-Israel friendship.@netanyahu pic.twitter.com/FYGDv0M3Xy
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 25, 2026
Officials indicated that discussions between the two leaders are expected to focus on expanding collaboration in areas such as artificial intelligence, innovation and security.
Israel has also been actively exploring opportunities to expand defence exports and technological partnerships with India.
Following his arrival, Modi received a ceremonial welcome from the Israeli military, symbolising the strong relationship between the two nations.
The Indian prime minister is also scheduled to address the Knesset during his visit, where he is expected to speak about strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation in emerging technologies.
Later in the evening, Modi will visit a technology and innovation exhibition showcasing Israel’s advancements in cutting-edge sectors.
The visit will also include a private dinner between the two leaders, where broader strategic issues and future cooperation are expected to be discussed.
On Thursday, Modi is scheduled to visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial dedicated to the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust. The memorial, established in 1953, serves as a centre for remembrance, education and research related to the Holocaust.
Modi’s visit to the memorial is expected to underline India’s commitment to remembering historical tragedies and promoting global understanding.
Over the past decade, relations between India and Israel have expanded significantly, particularly in areas such as defence cooperation, innovation, agriculture and cybersecurity.
The current visit is expected to further reinforce the strategic partnership and open new avenues for collaboration between the two countries in emerging technologies and economic sectors.
