Israel - India Business Guide | 2025

Avi Balashnikov Dear Readers, I ndia and Israel are strengthening their strategic partnership as both countries share a dynamic and evolving relationship that spans multiple sectors, including defense, trade, technology, and diplomacy. Trade between India and Israel has grown significantly since the 1990 s. What initially started with a focus on diamonds and agricultural products has now expanded to include pharmaceuticals, IT, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing. Bilateral trade now exceeds $ 5 billion annually. We are looking forward to enhancing these numbers with business delegations to and from India, like the recent delegation to India led by Minister of Economy and Industry Mr. Barkat, that was organized by the Israel Export Institute. Israel’s reputation as the “Startup Nation” aligns well with India’s rapidly growing technology and innovation sectors. Israeli expertise in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, andmedical technology is highly valued by India, which is looking to boost its digital economy. Joint research and development initiatives in fields like space technology, clean energy, and precision agriculture, defense andwater technology are also fostering deeper collaborations. The Israel Export Institute work tirelessly to create meaningful business connections and to promote Israeli companies in the international arena. We are confident that the content and information presented in this edition will help generate new ideas and establish new connections. Best regards, Avi Balashnikov Chairman of the Israel Export Institute Chandrajit Banerjee Dear Readers, T he Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is privileged to contribute to the enhancement of economic relations between India and Israel. The relationship between our nations has matured into a robust and dynamic partnership. We are confident that the forthcoming edition of the Israel-India Business Guide will further promote bilateral economic engagement, and CII is pleased to be associated with this initiative. India and Israel possess complementary strengths across various sectors, including agriculture, water management, defense, renewable energy, cybersecurity, and high technology. Israel's globally recognized expertise in innovation and R&D-driven industries aligns exceptionally well with India's expanding digital economy and manufacturing ecosystem. CII has strengthened India-Israel economic ties through numerous initiatives over the years. The India-Israel Business Forum, held in collaboration with Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and the Embassy of Israel on 11 th February 2025 in New Delhi during the visit of H.E. Nir Barkat, the Minister of Economy of the State of Israel, further enhanced our economic relationship. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, digitalization, and economic resilience, the future of India-Israel economic cooperation appears promising. CII remains committed to supporting these efforts and unlocking new opportunities to enhance trade and investment linkages. We eagerly anticipate the Israel-India Business Guide, a unique initiative that we believe will further deepen our economic ties. Yours sincerely, Chandrajit Banerjee Director General Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Israel-India > Business Guide > 2025 12 > Greetings > CII & Israel Export Institute