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Israel, India Accelerate Talks on Free Trade Agreement
Israel and India accelerate talks on free trade agreement, aiming to boost export markets and strengthen food security.
Jerusalem, 30 November, 2025 (TPS-IL) — Israel and India moved closer to a free trade agreement as Agriculture and Food Security Minister Avi Dichter met in Jerusalem with Indian Economy Minister Piyush Goyal. The ministers agreed to accelerate negotiations on a deal expected to open new export markets for Israeli produce, reduce costs, and bolster food security.
Their talks also covered expanding agricultural cooperation, including joint research funding, continued post-doctoral placements for Indian researchers at the Volcani Institute, and strengthening India’s agricultural excellence centers.
