India-Israel Declaration on Fisheries and Aquaculture
Why in the news
The two countries agreed to deepen fisheries and aquaculture ties at the 2026 blue food security summit hosted at Eilat.
Key facts
- Document: Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent.
- Goal: sustainable, climate-resilient growth through tech transfer, joint research, innovation and training.
- Summit: Global Summit on Blue Food Security 2026.
| Area | Cooperation planned |
|---|---|
| Aquaculture tech | RAS (Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems), biofloc, cage culture, aquaponics, mariculture, seaweed, aquarium systems |
| Genetics and seed | High-yield species, disease-free seed, brood stock |
| Water efficiency | Israeli water-saving tech |
| Innovation | Startups, incubators, R&D for the Blue Economy |
| Monitoring | Fisheries monitoring, data, traceability |
| Training | Deep-sea fishing, vessel design, coastal aquaculture, processing, marketing, harbours |
Exam angle
- Venue: Eilat.
- Keyword: RAS.
- Theme: Blue Economy.