Modi to be first Indian PM to address Israeli parliament

Reuters :

Narendra Modi on Wednesday said he will be the first Indian prime minister to address the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, as he began a two-day state visit to the country, marking his second visit since 2017.

“I will also have the honour of becoming the first Indian prime minister to address the Israeli parliament, Knesset, an occasion that will be a tribute to the strong parliamentary and democratic ties that bind our two nations,” Modi said ahead of his departure for Israel.

Modi said he looks forward to talks with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to boost cooperation in science, technology, agriculture, defence, trade and people-to-people ties, adding that India and Israel “share a robust and multifaceted strategic partnership that has witnessed remarkable growth and dynamism in recent years.”

“We will also exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest,” he added.

Modi expressed confidence that his visit “will further strengthen the enduring bonds between the two countries, set new goals for the strategic partnership and advance our shared vision for a resilient, innovative and prosperous future.”