**Executive Summary**
The Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, led a delegation to Israel from January 13-15, 2026. The visit aimed to strengthen India-Israel cooperation in the fisheries and aquaculture sector. A key outcome was the signing of a Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent on Cooperation.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Summit Participation:**
* The Minister participated in the Second Global Summit on "Blue Food Security: Sea the Future 2026" in Eilat, Israel.
* He attended the Opening Plenary Session and interacted with Israeli ministers and representatives from other countries.
* He participated in the Global Ministerial Panel Discussion on Food Security and the Blue Economy, highlighting India's achievements and commitment.
* **Bilateral Meetings:**
* The Minister held bilateral meetings with his Israeli counterpart, Mr. Avi Dichter, and Ministers from other participating countries.
* Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation through trade, capacity building, startup exchanges, joint research and development, and collaboration in mariculture.
* **Joint Declaration:**
* A Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent on Cooperation in Fisheries and Aquaculture was signed between India and Israel.
* The Declaration reaffirms mutual commitment to collaboration in technology, innovation, sustainable fishing practices, capacity building, and trade.
* It lays the foundation for establishing Joint Centres of Excellence.
* **Industry Engagement and Visits:**
* The delegation met with leading Israeli industry representatives in aquaculture and related technologies.
* Visits were made to the National Centre for Mariculture (NCM) and the SeaNovation Innovation Center to explore collaboration in mariculture and Blue Economy innovation.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: India**
* **Impact**: Strengthened bilateral cooperation with Israel in fisheries and aquaculture, access to advanced technologies and best practices, potential for increased trade and investment.
* **Action Required**: Implement the Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent, establish Joint Centres of Excellence, and facilitate collaboration between Indian and Israeli entities.
**Stakeholder: Israel**
* **Impact**: Enhanced economic and strategic engagement with India in fisheries and aquaculture, opportunities for technology transfer and market expansion for Israeli companies.
* **Action Required**: Implement the Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent, establish Joint Centres of Excellence, and facilitate collaboration between Israeli and Indian entities.
**Stakeholder: Fisheries and Aquaculture Industries (India & Israel)**
* **Impact**: Access to new technologies, improved practices, increased investment opportunities, and enhanced global competitiveness.
* **Action Required**: Engage with government initiatives, participate in joint research projects, and adopt innovative solutions to improve productivity and sustainability.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying: Indian ministry responsible for fisheries, animal husbandry, and dairying sectors.
India: Country participating in cooperation on Fisheries and Aquaculture
Israel: Country participating in cooperation on Fisheries and Aquaculture
Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent on Cooperation in the Field of Fisheries and Aquaculture: Declaration signed between India and Israel to promote collaboration in the field of fisheries and aquaculture.
Blue Food Security: Sea the Future 2026: The Second Global Summit that focuses on Blue Food Security.
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry &
Dairying Visits Israel; Strengthens India–Israel
Cooperation in Fisheries and Aquaculture
प्रव तथ: 16 JAN 2026 12:10PM by PIB Delhi
A high-level Indian delegation led by the Hon’ble Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and
Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, concluded a successful official visit to Israel from 13–15 January 2026
to participate in the Second Global Summit on “Blue Food Security: Sea the Future 2026”, held in Eilat,
Israel. The visit marked a significant step in further strengthening bilateral cooperation between India and
Israel in the fisheries and aquaculture sector.
The Hon’ble Minister participated in the Opening Plenary Session of the Summit, where he interacted
with Mr. Avi Dichter, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security of Israel, Mr. David Amsalem, Minister
for Regional Cooperation, senior government officials, and private sector representatives. The event
witnessed participation from several countries, including Ministers from Ghana, Georgia and Azerbaijan,
and senior delegates from Jordan, Morocco, Romania, the Philippines, among others.
The Hon’ble Minister also participated in the Global Ministerial Panel Discussion on Food Security and
the Blue Economy, where he highlighted India’s remarkable achievements in the fisheries sector and
emphasized India’s expanding role in strengthening global fisheries and aquaculture. He reiterated India’s
strong commitment to sustainable blue economy practices, innovation, international cooperation and
responsible resource management to advance global food security.During the visit, the Hon’ble Minister toured the Ag-Tech Innovation Exhibition, inaugurated by Israel’s
Minister of Agriculture, and interacted with startups working in fisheries, aquaculture, blue food and
marine innovation, underscoring the critical role of technology and innovation in driving sustainable
sectoral growth.
The Hon’ble Minister held bilateral meetings with his Israeli counterpart Mr. Avi Dichter and Ministers
from other participating countries. Discussions with the Israeli Minister focused on enhancing cooperation
through trade, capacity building, startup exchanges, joint research and development, sharing of best
practices, and collaboration in mariculture and allied sectors.
A key highlight of the visit was the signing of a Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent on Cooperation in
the Field of Fisheries and Aquaculture between India and Israel. The Declaration reaffirms mutual
commitment to collaboration in technology and innovation, sustainable fishing practices, capacity building
and trade, and lays the foundation for the establishment of Joint Centres of Excellence.
The Hon’ble Minister also met Ms. Emelia Arthur, Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development of
Ghana, to explore opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation with a focus on sustainable growth
and knowledge exchange.
In addition, the delegation met and had discussions with leading Israeli industry representatives, including:
Mr. Eli Goldberg, CEO, Aquaculture Production Tech Ltd, on water-efficient and advanced
aquaculture technologies;
Mr. Shai Ufaz, CEO, ViAqua Therapeutics Ltd, on RNA-based solutions for shrimp health and
biosecurity; and
Mr. Doron Eisenstadt, CEO, Bar Algae, on advanced microalgae technologies to enhance hatchery
productivity and seed quality.
The delegation visited the National Centre for Mariculture (NCM), Eilat, Israel’s premier research hub for
marine aquaculture innovation, where discussions were held on broodstock development, hatchery
technologies, IMTA models and disease management, with a view to joint research and adaptation of
advanced mariculture solutions to Indian conditions.The delegation also visited the SeaNovation Innovation Center, Israel’s leading accelerator for advanced
aquaculture and Blue Economy innovation, to explore practical avenues for deeper collaboration between
India and Israel.
The visit underscores the growing strategic and economic engagement between India and Israel and
reflects the shared commitment of both countries to deepen cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture. It is
expected to further reinforce the longstanding partnership between the two nations and open new
pathways for collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
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