Smotrich Signs Trade Deal in New Delhi, Expanding Israel-India Business Ties
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What happened
Bezalel Smotrich signed a trade deal in New Delhi, expanding economic ties between Israel and India. Smotrich, Israel’s finance minister, visited India in September 2025. During his trip, he also visited the stock exchange in Mumbai and traveled to an investment hub in Gujarat.
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Why it matters
The visit occurred while Israel was conducting a war on Gaza. Analysts note that this event may underline a dramatic shift in India’s embrace of Israel, moving away from its traditional support for Palestine.
Benjamin Netanyahu is strengthening ties with India, while Bangladesh's Ministry of External Affairs is discussing bilateral ties with Israel.
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Who's involved
- Bezalel SmotrichIsraeli finance minister who signed the trade deal
- Narendra ModiPrime Minister of India
- DelhiLocation where the trade deal was signed
Possible ripples
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The entities involved
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Bezalel Smotrich
Israeli far-right politician (born 1980)
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (born 1949), (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
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Delhi
megacity and union territory of India
Related events
- Smotrich linked foreign money to radical Islam while Netanyahu expressed fears of foreign interference leading to defeat against Iran.
- Netanyahu's coalition is promising expansion and facing criticism regarding its administration's conduct in Gaza.
- Netanyahu facilitates multiple political alliances and party formations involving Smotrich, Bennett, and Ben-Gvir.