Overview
- The memorandum was signed in Tel Aviv at the 17th Joint Working Group meeting by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Israeli MoD Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram.
- The framework covers strategic dialogues, training, defence industrial cooperation, and capabilities across science and technology, research and development, artificial intelligence and cyber security.
- Officials said the agreement enables sharing of advanced technologies and is intended to promote co‑development and co‑production rather than announce specific procurement contracts.
- Industry engagement featured a CEOs panel in Israel showcasing technologies and exploring projects to deepen partnerships with Indian defence firms.
- The signing coincided with Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar’s meetings in New Delhi with NSA Ajit Doval and EAM S. Jaishankar focused on counterterrorism and broader cooperation.