Governor Mike Pence is seeking to strengthen economic ties with Israel this week as he tours the country.
The governor and his family are visiting holy sites in Israel today. They have already been in Jerusalem and Bethlehem the past two days celebrating Christmas.
The Pences are spending a total of six days touring the country before the governor begins a three-day trade mission in Israel on Monday that includes a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
"Hoosiers and Israelis have a bond connecting us in education, business, culture and values," Pence said in a statement. "With this trip we'll focus on deepening those relationships, looking at ways to nurture shared growth and success."
The governor says Israel and Indiana's entrepreneurial spirits could lead to "boundless" opportunities.
Network Indiana contributed to this report.