India and Israel Sign Bilateral Investment Agreement

On 8th September 2025, India and Israel signed a bilateral investment agreement in New Delhi. The agreement was signed between Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

Key Points

Boosting Investments: The agreement is expected to enhance bilateral investments, provide greater certainty and protection for investors, and facilitate growth in trade and mutual investments.
Dispute Resolution: It ensures an independent dispute resolution mechanism through arbitration, safeguarding investments against expropriation and ensuring compensation for losses.
Investor Protection: Provisions include transparency in operations and smooth transfers related to investments.
Current Bilateral Investments: Presently, total bilateral investments between India and Israel stand at around USD 800 million.
Finance Ministry’s Statement: The signing reflects both nations’ shared commitment to strengthening economic cooperation and building a resilient investment environment.