Israel, India Accelerate Talks on Free Trade Agreement

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.