New Delhi, Feb 9 (Agency) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday evening spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during which the two leaders discussed ways to strengthen the multifaceted bilateral friendship, and deepen the cooperation in defence and security. The call lasted for around 20 minutes. In a tweet, Prime Minister Modi said:“Spoke with PM @netanyahu and discussed ways to strengthen the multifaceted India-Israel friendship, deepen our focus on innovation partnership, and our ongoing cooperation in defence and security.”
The office of the Israeli PM said: “Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke this afternoon with Indian Prime Minister @narendramodi; the call lasted approximately 20 minutes.” “The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen the close and important relations between Israel and India.” “Prime Minister Netanyahu and @PMOIndia Modi expressed the mutual desire to deepen bilateral cooperation in high-tech, economic matters and security.” PM Netanyahu in a tweet said:“Just spoke with Indian PM @narendramodi about ways to strengthen the close relationship between #Israel & #India. Together we’ll advance security & economic relations, with a focus on high-tech. Exciting times ahead.”