Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a compelling pitch to Israeli firms Thursday in Tel Aviv, inviting them to pour investments into India, launch manufacturing operations, and expand tech alliances. This came amid a high-profile exhibition visit with PM Benjamin Netanyahu, displaying Israel’s tech marvels.
From agri and water tech to climate solutions, health biotech, smart transport, AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing, the expo brimmed with pathbreaking exhibits. In discussions with scientists, entrepreneurs, and CEOs, Modi stressed how these technologies could supercharge India-Israel innovation bridges, startups, and commerce.
Agriculture, hydrology, healthcare, and digital realms offer vast untapped potential. The ‘India-Israel Innovation Bridge’ initiative exemplifies their collaborative spirit in solving contemporary crises.
Notable interactions: Quantum insights from IQCC and Classiq, Ai.SAP’s portable AI scanner for real-time health checks, ‘Tech Scout’ AI for threat scouting. Mobileye’s safety sensors, Check Point’s advanced cyber tools tailored for India, Watergen’s humidity-to-drinkable water, N-Drip’s low-tech irrigation, NOF’s power-free waste reducers.
Remilk’s precision-fermented milk, Barilgi’s smart algae farms, Minor Bio’s bio-additives for plastics, GII’s precise mineral surveys, Israel Aerospace’s mini-sats and radar systems rounded out the impressive lineup.
Modi’s vision underscores a deepening partnership, set to drive manufacturing renaissance and tech sovereignty in India while opening lucrative markets for Israeli pioneers.