The Jerusalem Post has rolled out the red carpet on its front page for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Israel sojourn, dubbing it ‘Two ancient nations begin a new chapter.’ Arriving Wednesday for engagements spanning two days, Modi’s trip arrives amid surging momentum in bilateral ties, positioning it as a landmark in strategic convergence.
Talks with PM Benjamin Netanyahu will assess advances in defense, high-tech innovation, agriculture, water tech, commerce, and grassroots connections, per the PMO. A presidential meet with Isaac Herzog rounds out the schedule, symbolizing enduring goodwill.
Israel’s premier English daily underscores the nation’s view of India as a cornerstone partner, with this visit offering a platform to fast-track joint initiatives. Historical bonds of confidence exist, yet action has trailed ambition, as noted in expert commentaries. The ‘Modi Doctrine’ piece revisits 2017’s barrier-breaking arrival, ending an era of hesitation.
Alon Ushpiz, ex-ambassador, lauds Modi’s profound appreciation for Israel as a personal policy shift. Herb Keinon’s global lens highlights the visit’s timeliness amid flux, quoting Netanyahu’s 2017 excitement post-India’s 1947 dissent and 1992 normalization.
In a feature, Zwika Klein relays Ambassador JP Singh’s view of a ‘new phase’ commencing—profoundly symbolic after nine years. Overall, the Post anticipates Modi’s footsteps igniting a renaissance in India-Israel partnership, amplifying collaboration in vital spheres for mutual prosperity.