During PM Narendra Modi’s high-profile Israel sojourn, host PM Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a memorable twist by greeting him in authentic Indian garb at an exclusive dinner. The sartorial choice stunned Modi and encapsulated the leaders’ bond.
On social media X, Netanyahu revealed: ‘Wore traditional Indian attire to surprise my friend PM Modi before dinner.’ The snapshot resonated globally, blending protocol with playfulness.
Airport welcomes featured Netanyahu and Sara’s gracious hosting. Eyeing the saffron synergy in Sara’s and Modi’s outfits, he remarked smilingly, ‘My wife’s saffron perfectly matches yours!’ Laughter ensued, fostering instant connect.
Modi’s Knesset address marked a milestone as the inaugural by an Indian PM, met with rousing cheers and Hindi salutations. Netanyahu gushed: ‘Dear Narendra, your visit as our steadfast ally and world statesman delights us immensely in Jerusalem.’
He fondly recalled: ‘On your last trip, we toyed with walking the Mediterranean barefoot. We’ve doubled trade volumes, tripled joint efforts, and quadrupled insights ever since.’
Amid surging bilateral trade and defense pacts, such gestures humanize diplomacy. The visit promises accelerated momentum in shared pursuits, from water tech to space endeavors.