JERUSALEM (VINnews) — Isaac Herzog welcomed Narendra Modi to Jerusalem on Thursday, where the two leaders planted an oak tree at the President’s Residence to mark the close ties between Israel and India.

The visit included private and expanded bilateral talks centered on deepening cooperation in technology, innovation, trade, education and security. The leaders also discussed broader regional initiatives, including economic connectivity projects linking India with the Middle East and Europe.

Herzog praised India’s economic growth and described the relationship as strategically important for both nations and the wider region. Modi highlighted collaboration in areas such as agriculture and water management, noting that Israeli expertise has been implemented in projects across India.

Modi extended an invitation for Herzog to visit India, encouraging him to travel beyond the capital to see more of the country. Herzog accepted, saying he looked forward to strengthening ties further.

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ראש ממשלת הודו @NarendraModi, חבר יקר, היה לי הכבוד לארח אותך בבית הנשיא ולדון יחד בדרכים להעמקת מערכת היחסים האסטרטגית בין הודו לישראל, למען שני העמים שלנו 🇮🇱🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/oG2mmJy9Q9

— יצחק הרצוג Isaac Herzog (@Isaac_Herzog) February 26, 2026