Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh is expecting that his visit next week to Israel would open new vistas of growth and cooperation with the Jewish nation in key areas, particularly the agriculture, horticulture and dairy sectors. The chief minister, accompanied by a high-level delegation, is scheduled to leave for his five-day visit to Israel on October 21, according to an official spokesperson.

At a meeting with Charge de' Affairs of Israeli Embassy, Maya Kadosh, who called on him this morning, the chief minister also hoped to share Israel's expertise in the field of internal security to further strengthen the state's defence preparedness. Seeking to position Punjab as the most favoured investment destination among foreign investors, the chief minister said his government was keen to tap the technological advancements on offer by Israel.