India, Israel aim to boost ties through defense tech and trade

Two sides are resuming long-stalled talks on free trade agreement

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Israel displays the Iron Dome missile interceptor at the Bangalore Aero-India air show. New Delhi is keen to gain access to Israel's advanced military technology. © Getty Images

MOYURU BABA and TAKESHI KUMON, Nikkei staff writers

NEW DELHI/CAIRO -- India and Israel are pushing to strengthen ties by deepening cooperation in the fields of defense and information technology, as well as resuming long-stalled negotiations over a free trade agreement.

That comes as New Delhi looks to access Israel's advanced military technology and to indirectly reinforce its relationship with Washington, a close ally to Israel. In turn, Israel hopes to unlock huge new markets for its companies.

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