"Tomorrow, I begin a historic visit to Israel, a very special partner of India's... As the first Indian prime minister to do so, I am greatly looking forward to this unprecedented visit that will bring our two countries and people closer," he said in a statement here. We will also have the chance to discuss major common challenges like terrorism. "This year, India and Israel are marking 25 years of their diplomatic relations. "My programme during the visit gives me an opportunity to engage with a cross-section of Israeli society. "On July 6, the prime minister will travel to Hamburg for the G-20 Summit being hosted by Germany on July 7-8.The theme chosen for this year is 'Shaping an Inter- connected World'.

Source: Economic Times July 03, 2017 14:05 UTC