Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha held wide-ranging talks with Israeli defence officials to review cooperation and explore new possibilities as he visited top military installations in the country. He had a discussion with Israeli Defence Minister Moshe Ya'alon, who had served as Israel's Chief of Staff before joining politics. Air Chief Marshal Raha is in Jerusalem on a four-day goodwill visit to Israel. <br/>An IDF Unit's Spokesman said, this visit is a step towards strengthening cooperation between the countries. <br/><br/>A media adviser to the defence ministry told PTI, the visit will help boost robust bilateral military ties between the two countries. He said, Israel attaches immense importance to its defence cooperation with India and both countries are working together to enhance ongoing collaboration in various areas. Mr Raha yesterday also visited the Israeli Air Force Flight School at Hatzerim air base among other operating Israeli Air force installations.
News On AIR | March 30, 2016 5:01 PM
IAF chief holds talks with top Israeli defence officials