An analyst and decision-making expert has stated how India can become a "true partner" to Israel in the wake of the latter's deteriorating relations with European nations.
Dr Kfir Tshuva, a lecturer in economics and a specialist in decision-making and strategy, believes the time has come for Israel to expand its circle of partnerships and avoid dependence on Europe. "This is not just a diplomatic need, but a strategic imperative. In this context, India is not just a substitute, but a true partner — a stable, dynamic, and powerful future anchor," Dr Tshuva told Ma'ariv, a Hebrew-language newspaper.
He added that though Israel is a key collaborator in the Horizon Europe programme - the world’s largest research and innovation programme - the partnership is no longer guaranteed due to volatile European foreign policy and the strengthening of political sectors hostile to Israel.
Dr Tshuva said India with its impressive growth rate and population can benefit from ties with Israel. "It still suffers from a lack of advanced infrastructure, untapped human capital, and a significant technological gap. This is precisely where Israel’s value lies—a small country with scientific, technological, and entrepreneurial power. Combining Israeli innovation with the vast Indian market creates a natural synergy for both sides," he added.
He added that Israel can lead India in professional training, academic collaborations, and technological innovation incubators, which will strengthen the Indian economy. "Israel can also get a strategic presence at the heart of one of the world's developing economies," he said.
The expert said Israel is well aware of the challenges faced by India, including, Islamic extremism. "Israel was the first to condemn the attack and support India – not just as a diplomatic gesture, but out of a deep understanding: both are fighting for sovereignty and security – against radical Islam," he says.
He then added though India has cooperation with Iran and countries in the Middle East, India is also a partner of the US, which has limited its activities with Iran to technological cooperation and oil trade.
"Another positive point is that China and India are in tense relations with border disputes and a dispute over water resources, so there is an advantage in strengthening India for both the US and Israel as a counterweight to China," he added.