India-Israel bilateral investment pact comes into force
“The Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) signed between the Government of the Republic of India and the Government of the State of Israel in New Delhi on 8 September 2025 will come into force today, that is, from 4 July 2026,” the Ministry of Finance said in a statement. The statement was included.
The investment agreement was a step towards strengthening bilateral economic relations and ensuring a safe and predictable investment environment. between two countries.
The BIA aims to provide robust protection for investments and investors while preserving the government’s policy space to pursue legitimate public policy objectives in accordance with evolving principles of international investment law.
The agreement is expected to contribute to increased cross-border investment activities and deepen the economic partnership between India and Israel.
In November last year, while India and Israel were signing the Terms of Reference for Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal announced that the two countries had decided to start trade agreement negotiations.
The minister underlined that the two countries have “limitless possibilities and potential” to expand economic participation. “Soon after signing a bilateral investment agreement, the agreement and free trade agreement will collectively open doors to greater market access, capital flows, investments and trade in both goods and services, removing barriers to doing business, providing clarity, predictability and stability to our economic interaction.” he said.
