JERUSALEM (Feb 26, 2026) — Prime Minister Narendra Modi signaled his close personal bond with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu by sharing a car ride to a technology exhibition following his address to the Knesset.

Signature Diplomacy

• The "Carplomacy" Series: This informal ride is the latest in a series of shared travels with world leaders, including recent trips with France’s Emmanuel Macron, Germany’s Friedrich Merz, and the UAE's Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.
• Personal Rapport: Experts note that these "off-the-record" moments allow leaders to bypass rigid protocol and build the trust necessary for high-stakes deals.
• The Journey: The duo traveled together to witness cutting-edge tech innovations, reinforcing the strategic focus of the visit on science and future industries.

A Global Pattern

Since famously riding in "The Beast" with Barack Obama in 2014, PM Modi has utilized shared vehicles with the leaders of Russia, the UK, and Malaysia to demonstrate "wondrous friendship" and diplomatic alignment.