Gujarat CM Meets Israeli Finance Minister to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

By A Staff Reporter

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday held a meeting with Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and his delegation in Gandhinagar, focusing on deepening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.

According to an official statement from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), the discussions highlighted shared values and similarities between Gujarat and Israel in areas such as heritage, tradition, culture, and technology. Both sides expressed interest in expanding collaboration that would benefit not only the state but also contribute to broader India-Israel ties.

The meeting was described as cordial and forward-looking, with leaders acknowledging the longstanding partnership between India and Israel. Patel noted Gujarat’s role as an economic hub with strong industrial and technological infrastructure, which offers opportunities for enhanced cooperation with Israel’s innovation-driven economy.