India-Israel BIA enters into force, strengthens investment ties

The Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) between India and Israel has now entered into force, establishing a treaty framework intended to strengthen bilateral economic relations and support a secure and predictable investment climate between the two countries.The agreement is relevant for companies assessing cross-border investment exposure, including exporters, importers, manufacturers and sourcing teams that track investment conditions linked to bilateral business planning, the Indian Ministry of Finance said in a press release.

The India-Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement entered into force recently, after being signed in New Delhi on September 8, 2025.
It aims to create a secure, predictable investment climate and strengthen bilateral economic relations.
The pact protects investors while retaining sovereign policy space.
It is expected to increase cross-border investment activity.

The BIA provides protection for investment and investors with respect to their investments, while retaining sovereign policy space in line with legitimate public policy objectives.

The agreement was signed on September 8, 2025 in New Delhi by the Government of India and the Government of the State of Israel. The source described the pact as reflecting modern principles and evolving jurisprudence of international investment law.

The BIA is expected to contribute to increased cross-border investment activity and further deepen the economic partnership between India and Israel, added the release.

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