India, Israel sign 'white shipping' pact to share info on navy, cargo ships

Indian Navy Chief's Sunil Lanba's trip to Israel comes ahead of PM's visit to the country next month

India and Israel on Monday signed a "white shipping" agreement to improve data sharing on non-classified merchant navy ships or cargo ships, as Indian Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba met with top brass of Israeli defence forces to further deepen bilateral military ties.

The agreement was signed by Admiral Lanba and Chief of the General Staff of Israeli Defence Force Lt Gen Gadi Eisenkot after their meeting during which they explored ways to further deepen bilateral defence and security ties.

In their talks, they deliberated on overall security situation in the region and deliberated on various aspects of