(Communicated by the Prime Minister's Media Adviser)
Following the meeting today (Monday, 15 January 2018), at the Indian government official guest residence, between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a series of agreements were signed between the two countries.
Prime Minister Netanyahu said, "We are proud that we are seizing the future so we can make a better life for our peoples and for others around the world. Our commitment to do so is reflected in the manifold agreements that we sign today in cyber, in aviation, in energy, even in cinema."
Following are the agreements: Energy agreement in the fields of natural gas and oil – The sides will strengthen cooperation in exploration, production and research and development. They will advance academic ties between universities and institutions and will work together on natural gas and oil start-ups.
Cinema coproduction agreement – Strengthened ties between the two countries' film industries by granting joint government support funds for Israeli-Indian productions.
Aviation agreement – Amendment regarding the cost of flights and strengthening bilateral cooperation in developing air links pursuant to the 1994 agreement. The emphasis will be on adjusting prices as well as safety and security arrangements.
Cyber agreement – Strengthening and expanding cyber cooperation. Development of training and proficiency programs, technological and industrial cooperation in cyber security, promoting conferences and meetings between the two countries academics and industrialists.
Mutual investment agreement – Declaration of intent on advancing direct investment between the two countries.
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