Modi breaks protocol to receive Netanyahu

Teen Murti roundabout named after Israeli city Haifa

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External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Raveesh Kumar underlined that Modi had departed from protocol to receive Netanyahu. “The visit is a fitting culmination to the silver jubilee year of the formal relationship (between India and Israel).” This is the first visit to India by an Israeli Prime Minister since Ariel Sharon came in 2003.

Welcome to India, my friend PM @netanyahu! Your visit to India is historic and special. It will further cement the close friendship between our nations. @IsraeliPM #ShalomNamaste pic.twitter.com/sidgMmA1fu

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 14, 2018

Modi tweeted: “Welcome to India, my friend… Your visit to India is historic and special. It will further cement the close relationship between our nations.” The Prime Minister’s Office said: “A special welcome for a special visit… Modi personally receives Israeli PM at Delhi Airport.” Netanyahu and Modi are expected to discuss a variety of subjects related to bilateral relations and the global situation. The Israeli leader, accompanied by dozens of Israeli businessmen, will visit the Centre of Excellence in Agriculture at Vadrad in Gujarat and interact with business leaders in Mumbai. He will also go to the Taj Mahal city of Agra. (IANS) //