Paper: GS – II, Subject: International Relations, Topic: India’s relations with other nations, Issue: India–Israel Special Strategic Partnership.
Context:
India and Israel have elevated their bilateral ties to a Special Strategic Partnership for Peace, Innovation and Prosperity, signing 17 agreements during Prime Minister-level talks.
Key Takeaways:
Institutional Elevation of Ties:
- Formal Upgrade: The relationship has been elevated to a Special Strategic Partnership, accompanied by the signing of 17 agreements spanning technology, defence, critical minerals and innovation.
- Structural Shift: This transition reflects movement from issue-based or sectoral cooperation toward an integrated, long-term strategic framework grounded in sustained convergence.
Technology as the Central Pillar:
- Institutional Mechanism: Launch of the Critical and Emerging Technology Partnership to institutionalise collaboration.
- Priority Domains: Artificial Intelligence (AI), quantum technologies and advanced digital systems constitute the core sectors of engagement.
- Strategic Evolution: The emphasis on frontier technologies signals a shift toward knowledge-intensive diplomacy and high-value strategic cooperation.
Critical Minerals and Supply Chain Security:
- Strategic Objective: Collaboration to secure access to critical minerals essential for semiconductor manufacturing and renewable energy systems.
- Strategic Autonomy: By diversifying supply chains, both countries aim to reduce dependence on geographically concentrated sources, thereby linking economic security with strategic resilience.
Defence and Security Convergence:
- Continuity of Core Pillar: Defence cooperation remains foundational, including collaboration in missile systems, surveillance platforms and counter-terror mechanisms.
- Regional Dimension: India has underscored that its security interests are intrinsically connected to developments in West Asia, situating bilateral cooperation within a broader regional security context.
Economic and Innovation Ecosystem:
- Beyond Traditional Trade: Engagement is progressively shifting from commodity-based exchanges to technology-driven value chains and joint research and development.
- Innovation Linkages: Strengthening of start-up ecosystems and collaboration in agriculture, water management and green technologies reinforce the innovation dimension of the partnership.
Strategic Context in West Asia:
- Multi-alignment Approach: The partnership aligns with India’s calibrated West Asia policy, balancing relations with Israel, Gulf states and other regional actors.
- Regional Positioning: Enhanced cooperation positions India as a credible technology and security partner within the evolving geopolitical landscape of West Asia.
The institutionalization of India–Israel ties through defense, minerals, and emerging technologies reinforces strategic resilience. By merging innovation with security, both nations advance a technology-driven agenda centered on long-term stability.
Source: (The Hindu)
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