Greeting the government and people of Israel on their National Day, President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday said that New Delhi is looking forward to a closer cooperation with Tel Aviv in all areas of mutual interest.
"As India and Israel celebrate 25 years of our diplomatic relations, we look forward to closer cooperation between our governments and peoples in all areas of our shared interest," President Mukherjee said in a message to Israeli President Reuven Rivlin.
He said the visiting dignitarys historic visit to India in November last year opened new avenues for both the countries for joint efforts in diverse fields, including defence, water resources development, agriculture, dairy farming innovation and scientific research and development.
"I am confident that our long-standing friendship will be further strengthened and our mutual understanding enhanced in the years to come.
"Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your personal well-being and success as also for the progress and prosperity of the people of Israel," Mukherjee said.
(With PTI inputs)
