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On May 28th, Nepal's National Day was celebrated in the Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv. In the background were colorful national costumes of the celebrating people, Nepal's music and dances, and plenty of delicious food.
Hosted the celebration was the Ambassador of Nepal, His Excellency Mr. Prahlad Kumar Prasai. Also participated Mrs Yael German, Minister of Health of the State of Israel, MK Ifat Kariv, President of the Israel- Nepal Parliamentary Friendship Group, Members of the Parliament, Mr. Nissim Ben Shetrit, Director General MOFA, Ambassadors, Heads of Missions, Government Officials, Representatives of the Diplomatic Corps, Representatives from UN & other international organizations, Representative from Business Sector/Press & Media.
Nepal is a landlocked country in Southern Asia, between the Tibetautonomous region of China and India. It contains 8 of the world's 10 highest peaks, including Mount Everest - the world's tallest - on the border with Tibet, and Lumbini, the birth place of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. A monarchy for hundreds of years, Nepal was declared a republic in June 2008.
Wedged between the high wall of the Himalaya and the steamy jungles of the Indian plains, Nepal is a land of snow peaks and Sherpas, yaks and yetis, monasteries and mantras.
The posters, brochures and puppets that were given to the participants, were showing the magnificent scenery of Nepal.
Addressing the participants, the Ambassador of Nepal, His Excellency Mr. Prahlad Kumar Prasai, said:
I feel deeply honored and privileged to welcome you all, on the occasion of the 7th Republic day (National Day) of Nepal. Nepal established the Republican order on May 28, 2008. On this occasion I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate to all my fellow compatriots in country and abroad.
Since the comprehensive peace agreement in 2006, Nepal is destined to achieve peace and prosperity through the promulgation of a new constitution. After successful completion of 2nd election of constituent Assembly, new Council of Ministers has been formed led by Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Sushil Koirala, President of Nepali Congress Party. The incumbent coalition Government is fully committed to promulgate new constitution at the earliest possible.
The Government has brought out a common minimum program that includes priorities for a peaceful, stable, inclusive, Federal Democratic Republic and prosperous Nepal. It also reinforces the vision of a dignified, respectable, responsible and committed Nepal in international arena.
The progress towards the political stability has instilled a growing confidence at the people and business contributing to the positive economic achievement with a forecast of more than 5% growth in this year. With these positive changes in our socioeconomic condition the Government of Nepal is determined to accelerate the development initiatives and achieve the respectable economic growth that would help alleviating the existing poverty level and achieve the target of graduating from LDC by 2022.
Nepal is a staunch believer in the purpose and principles of the United Nations and committed to maintain world peace. It has been contributing its troops in peace-keeping operations in different parts of the world under the auspices of the United Nations. As one of the largest contributors of peacekeepers, we have responded to the call by the UN even in the most difficult situation and most trouble parts of the world. Nepalese peacekeepers' long association with UN peace support operations began with the deployment of military observers in the Middle East in Lebanon in 1958. So far, Nepal has participated in 39 UN Peacekeeping missions and over 102,000(One Hundred and Two Thousand) personnel have participated. In this region, Nepal's Army personnel are deployed in peace keeping operations in UNIFIL,UNTSO,UNDOF and UNGU II. Currently Nepalese Army has some 3857 soldiers deployed across 13 missions around the world.
Nepal and Israel enjoy historical bond of friendship developed over years which has many dimensions. We established diplomatic ties 54 years ago (in June 1, 1960). Nepal –Israel relations are very cordial, cooperative and we understand each other's aspirations well. When Nepal, an ancient country nestled between two great Asian civilizations and Israel a newly established country in the Middle East with ancient history, decided to establish diplomatic ties that turned out to be a milestone in international relations of both countries and people.
Visionary leaders like B.P. Koirala of Nepal and David Ben Gurion of Israel played crucial role in shaping and nurturing our bilateral relations.
Over the years leaders and people of both the countries have contributed to further develop and strengthen this bond of friendship, cordiality existing between our two countries. As a true friend and well-wisher, Nepal is delighted at the remarkable economic, scientific and technological progress and prosperity achieved by Israel.
Israel has extended valuable cooperation to Nepal in various developmental fields including establishment of the National Construction Company of Nepal and training facilities for the Nepalese Army personnel in parachuting. Israel has also been providing Nepal with short-term scholarships in various subjects particularly in the areas of agriculture, education, rural development, water resources, and tourism through Israeli Agency for International Development cooperation MASHAV. Moreover, Nepali students are getting world class education in reputed Israeli Universities.
Israel's continued support to train and educate Nepali farmers; students and other professionals have greatly contributed in introducing new techniques, technology and methods to boost agriculture production. Israel being a miracle in the region and in the world, their know how has been helping Nepali people to learn and emulate agricultural practices that would be feasible in Nepal. We are very grateful for all cooperation provided by Israel for the development of Nepal.
Nepal & Israel issued joint commemorative postage stamps to mark years of friendly relations between the two countries. The stamps showcase the highest and lowest places in the world which are found in both countries: Israel's Dead Sea which is 422 meters below the sea level and Nepal's Mount Everest at 8848 meters above sea level.
Similarly, a monument of Dead Sea with its stone was established at the gateway of Mount Everest and a monument of Mount Everest with its stone was established in the ecological park of the Tamar Region of Dead Sea. It shows that though geographically distant our two countries are very much closer than imagined or thought.
Nepal has been a favorite destination for Israelis particularly the young ones who love adventure tourism. More than 10,000 Israeli tourists visit Nepal every year. Israel has been an attractive destination for Nepali workers, especially women caregivers. Currently there are around 6,000 Nepali working in Israel .I hope such employment opportunities to Nepali caregivers would grow in the days to come. In addition to this, some Nepalese youths are getting trainings in Israeli Agricultural Institutes as trainee workers which is very important to further develop Nepal's agricultural sector. There remains a tremendous potential for further promotion and expansion of bilateral interactions between our two countries in the fields of trade, tourism, labor, science and technology, education and culture.
Israeli business people could find Nepal as one of the friendliest and secure places where they would not only enjoy natural beauty of the country, but also find a best place to do business. Nepal is in a vantage point from where you can easily link not only 30 million consumers of Nepal but also a vast scope for expansion to about 2.5 billion consumers who are our next door neighbors with whom we have best of relations. Nepal has the best option for Israeli investors to invest in various sectors like Hydropower, Agriculture, Tourism, Science and technology, telecommunication and IT industry among others.
I am confident that in the days ahead our bilateral relations will grow stronger to the mutual satisfaction of both the countries and people.
Finally, I would like to thank Hon. Minister once again for her valuable time and gracious presence as chief guest. I also take this opportunity to thank Honorable members of Knesset, Excellency Ambassadors, Senior Government officials, members of diplomatic corps and other distinguished guests for joining us to celebrate this event with joy and happiness.
To the Ambassador's request, the Minister of Health of the State of Israel, Mrs. Yael German, addressed the function and said:
" It is an honor for me to convey, this evening, on behalf of the Government and the People of Israel, warm congratulations on the occasion of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal Republic Day celebration. I am also delighted to take this opportunity to renew the Nepali people the hearty congratulations of the State of Israel on the successful establishment of a new Government in Nepal earlier this year. This political achievement, following the peaceful, orderly and transparent general elections held in November, is a testament to the resilience of Nepal's democracy. We are confident that these achievements will be followed by the successful formulation of a permanent constitution and extend our best wishes to those leading this complex political process. The Government of Israel looks forward to cooperation with the new Government in Kathmandu and to joining hands to take the ties between the two countries ever further.
Nepal is one of Israel's longest-standing friends in Asia and the relationship between the two countries has always been marked by outstanding warmth and affinity. We have the deepest appreciation for the good will between the two countries in the past and are confident that it will serve as a firm basis for even closer ties in the future.
In Particular, an inter-departmental team is making ongoing efforts to establish a government-to-government mechanism for the placement of Nepali caregivers in Israel in a way that is transparent and equitable. We hope these efforts will bear fruit in the near future. Likewise, we look forward to welcoming to Israel 360 Nepali students in the framework of the special agricultural training programmes taking place at Kineret College, in Sdot Negev, in the Arava and in Ramat HaNegev.
Moreover, we look forward to a year of joint Israeli-Nepali activities, including promotion of entrepreneurship and innovation, promotion of awareness of public health issues community development and more. We are also proud of the ongoing good-works undertaken by Israeli and Jewish NGOs in Nepal and are confident of the contribution they make to your bilateral relations.
Mr. Ambassador, Allow me to conclude by personally thanking you for promoting cooperation and building bridges between our two nations. I ask you to convey to His Excellency the President, Dr Ram Baran Yadav and to Rt. Hon'ble Prime Minister, Mr. Sushil Koirala, the best wishes of my Government. May the future bring prosperity for Nepal and a strengthening of the friendship between your country and Israel."
The writer of this report hopes that the magnificent scenery and the pleasant people of Nepal, will continue to attract millions of tourists to this unique country.
Photo Nepal Embassy / Silvia Golan
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Your Holiness Pope Francis,
I want to welcome you, on behalf of the State of Israel and all the people of Israel, with a warm “Shalom,”
You have come to Jerusalem which radiates faith and understands suffering. The humility in your nature and the power in your spirit raised a spiritual elation and a thirst for peace. The values which you stand for enrich us and bring righteousness between people. The moral call remains the wisest human judgment. It has no equal. Today, you are greeted here by a distinguished and diverse representation of Israeli society.
A society in which freedom of speech, the right to express oneself and the respect of holy sites are cornerstone values.
With your permission, I shall welcome all those who convened here in your honor – community and religious leaders, city mayors, judges, people of intellect and science. Jews and Arabs, Druse and Circassians, Catholics and Orthodox, young and old, men and women, from the city and from the
They long to hear your words while they are characterized by their fear of God and the love for humanity. They have come to bless you on inspiring by your very nature trust among the fallen and strength among the trodden. A combatant against discrimination, anti-Semitism and racism.
Your Eminence,
The world is shocked by the blood that is shed in city squares, and in the thick of villages. The blood of the clean-handed is crying from the land. The blood of the innocents, the blood of children which had yet to taste the flavor of life.
No one can stand the growing number of widows, orphans, refugees that run with nowhere to go, and foodless. Grief and bereavement calls for true soul-searching, everywhere and at all time.
Your visit, Your Holiness, is a moving event with the power to motivate the religious leaders into joining forces to enable moral ethics and scientific innovations to enable each person to free themselves from despair, poverty and violence.
Faith and science have the power to reveal the hidden strengths within people, the treasures of the land, and the innovation stemming from research centers. All this can bring blessings to our lives.
Sadly, rotten apples are also exposed. Those who plant the seeds of evil today are the terror organizations. They have no pity and spread destruction. They kill without judgment, without distinction, without pity without logic. We must stand together to prevent the menace on the lives of people and on world peace.
In the face of moral corruption we must show moral responsibility. And make clear that there is no greater contradiction than that between faith and murder.
I appeal to all the religious and spiritual leaders of our time: Make your voices clearly heard. With a distinct message. It is our duty that our children, the children of the world, regardless of religion or nationality, may live without fear and grow up in a world free of slaughter, a world which allows each person to live as a human being.
Your Eminence,
I know that you stand as firmly as a rock against any attempt to connect religion to terror. And that you aspire to create a common ground for global, regional and individual peace. We join you with body and soul in the effort to thwart murder and replace it by gates of peace.
Distinguished Guests,
I welcome the encounters between the religious authorities and the political world that can serve to highlight the spiritual, moral and common foundations that connect them.
Their ability to enhance political aspirations with the religious authority necessary to enable the compromises needed to achieve peace. I believe that your visit and call for peace will echo through the region and contribute to revitalizing the efforts to complete the peace process between us and the Palestinians, based on two states living in peace. A Jewish state – Israel. And an Arab state- Palestine.
This solution can be reached by mutual agreement. I believe that the citizens of the region want peace. They pray for peace. They are ready for peace with their neighbors and with all the nations of our region.
The threats of war will not bring peace. The dead will offer no praise. Only constructive perseverance can achieve peace. Only peace has the power to uproot poverty, overcome despair. Only peace can free people from tyranny. To the skeptics we shall say that we achieved peace with Egypt and Jordan, despite the fact that many saw this as a distant dream.
Your Eminence,
We are an ancient people, but our path is new. Because our values are constant, but the road is changing. However, there is no contradiction between the Ten Commandments and scientific innovation. In the words of Rabbi Kook: “We must sanctify the old, and respect the new.” Faith and science helped Israel overcome poverty, protect itself, and enabled it to achieve full peace. We will be happy to put our expertise at the disposal of all. And the more this will benefit others, the better it will be for us.
Your Holiness,
Your visit to the Holy Land is an important opportunity for a joint prayer to God in Heaven for peace. We would be honored to offer such a prayer either in our home or yours. In accordance with your kind offer.
A prayer that children will grow without danger to their lives. That a mother will bear her child without hearing a siren. That every man will sit under his vine or his fig tree untroubled. We will work together, Jews, Christians and Muslims to bring an end to the conflicts.
Economic prosperity and social justice for all. I believe that peace is the key to bringing about these changes.
Your Holiness,
Our home is open to every pilgrim. As is said in the Book of Isaiah, "For my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples." Israel was born in innocence. It was built by pioneers who volunteered and who toiled to create an Israel worthy of the aspirations of our parents and the expectations of our children.
We are a small nation but with the world. A nation dedicated to Tikkun Olam – Bettering the world. A world which you call, "a world of brotherhood."
My dear friend,
I was young and now I am old. I learnt that dreams do not age and I recommend to all act accordingly.
You walked in pilgrimage and you paved a road.
May you blessed.
Photo Mark Neuman / GPO
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The angels smiled. The weather was perfect, the setting magical, the hosts gracious, the guests scintillating and the refreshments outstanding.
The event was the reception hosted by His Excellency Ambassador Sisa Ngombane and Mrs. Thatanyana Ngombane at their ambassadorial residence in Ramat Gan on the 29th April. It was just 20 years ago that South Africa dropped the outrageous apartheid policy and joined the family of nations as a true democracy for all its citizens. No longer would the color of one’s skin be the deciding factor in so many spheres of anyone’s daily life. Indeed, a reason to celebrate.
The evening opened with a smart reception with guests mingling happily on the beautiful lawns. Honoring the assembly with their presence where, amongst many others, their Excellencies Ambassadors Rodrigo X. Carreras (Costa Rica), Lars Faaborg-Andersen ( European Union), Miguel de Almeida e Sousa (Portugal) and Pjer Šimunović (Croatia); senior (and other) members of the diplomatic corps in Israel, captains of industry, art, science, education and culture in Israel; and many other honored guests from various walks of life that link South Africa and Israel.
The national anthems of South Africa and Israel preceded Ambassador Ngombane’s address to the guests. He noted that for only the 5th time, fully democratic elections in South Africa are scheduled to be held on 7th May; elections with a special significance after only 20 years of freedom. He paid tribute to the many South Africans living abroad, including in Israel, whom, he said “… have made significant contributions to their adoptive countries….”.
“Freedom came with a heavy price tag, and we pay homage to those who fought so hard to bring that freedom. … South Africans having been passing poverty from generation to generation. We are now reversing that trend”. The Ambassador noted that South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world because of the widening economic gap. He noted too that South Africa was one of the countries that voted in favor of the establishment of the State of Israel at the UN General Assembly in 1947, and that South Africa today, with its large Muslim population, supports “the Palestinian desire for Independence”.
Israel’s Minister of Tourism Dr. Uzi Landau, representing the Government and the State of Israel responded. He congratulated South Africa, and the gracious hosts, and requested that greetings and best wishes be sent to the Government and the people of South Africa, from the people of Israel. Dr. Landau gave a brief, complimentary overview of South Africa’s pluralism, democracy, scientific achievements and more. He mentioned the significant role South African Jewry – a tiny minority – had played not only in the country’s successes, but also in the struggle for freedom. “Today there is robust cooperation between the two countries. South Africa is Israel’s largest trading partner in Africa, and is unique in having Israel’s only Commercial Attaché on that continent. Nevertheless, we believe that there is potential to upgrade and diversify our cooperation for the benefit of both nations and in areas such as public health, water management, and food security.” As for the Palestinian desire for independence, Dr. Landau noted sadly that “Israel is still praying for a Palestinian “Sadat” who seeks peace, a free press and true democracy”.
Ambassador Ngombane thanked the Israeli representative for his words and proposed a toast to the health of the President of Israel, Mr. Shimon Peres.
With the background of charming music, and abetted by the delicious South African liqueurs, many of the guests joined in a group dance while a festive buffet dinner was served. South Africans have long been known for their sincere and congenial hospitality and Ambassador Ngombane and Mrs. Ngombane ensure that the tradition lives on.
Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika. (Xhosa for “Lord bless Africa” and part of the South African national anthem).
Photo Silvia Golan & Dave Kaplan
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On May 25th, Africa and the rest of the world is commemorating “Africa Day”, which puts an emphasis on African unity and the connection to Africans throughout the world.
The honorable Ambassador of Kenya, His Excellency Lt. General Augostino S.K. Njoroge (Rtd.), hosted in his house in Kfar- Shmariahu, Ambassadors and Head of Missions of Angola, Cameroon, Congo DRC, Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa.
On behalf of the Israeli Government, came the Minister of Defense, Mr. Moshe Yaalon, to greet the honorable guests. Also came to greet representatives and mission heads of countries from Asia and Europe, among them the Ambassadors of Korea, Thailand, Philippines, Latvia, Serbia, Sweden, Poland and guests from Israel and abroad. The dress code was Business Suit and National Dress.
In the swimming pool, located in the house lawn, floated colored balloons in the respective countries colors. The guests enjoyed food from the kitchen of participating African countries.
After the National Anthem of the African Union and Israel, and after proposing a toast to both nations, spoke the Ambassador of Kenya, in his role of the Dean of African Diplomatic Corps in Israel.
The Ambassador welcomed the Defense Minister, Moshe Yaalon, the ambassadors and all guests. He spoke about the 50th anniversary of the founding of the African continental organization in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia in 1963 and about 2014 as the year of Agriculture and food security, that marks the 10th anniversary of the adoption of the Comprehensive African Agriculture and Development Program.
The Ambassador spoke about the goal of agricultural transformation in Africa – to enable production and availability of food for the population, and to provide means of livelihood to the ever increasing population. The future farmers in Africa are going to be young and exposed to technologies so as to succeed in sustaining the agricultural growth.
He then spoke about the threat that the climate change poses to achieving these goals although Africa is producing the least amount of greenhouse gases in the world and called for global application of the Durban Platform for Enhanced Action.
The African shall not succeed in eradicating poverty and diseases unless they engage in integration of its economy and mineral resources. The African Union has a new agenda – Agenda 2063, which presents a collective effort to regain power to determine Africa own destiny. Agenda 2063 will translate this vision into concrete milestones and targets.
The Ambassador than spoke about sustainable peace and security to the African people that will enable the development of the continent. African leaders will continue to harness the conductive environment for peace and stability to ensure development and shared prosperity.
Africa has enormous untapped resources like hydro power, wind and solar energy and geothermal energy that will have enormous potential for bio-energy development. Therefor Africa will strive to generate most of its energy from renewable sources. In this regard, Israeli companies with their advanced technologies are invited to participate in the harnessing of these untapped renewable sources of energy in Africa. He also extended Africa’s appreciation to the State of Israel for considering Africa as the next business destination for Israelis.
The search for peace in the Middle East continues to be an urgent priority for the African Union, who seeks to take every opportunity to help promote a peaceful two state solution, in accordance with the international resolutions aimed at achieving lasting peace, security and economic prosperity in the region.
After the Ambassador, spoke the Minister of Defense, Mr. Moshe Yaalon.
The minister addressed his speech to the Dean of the African Diplomatic Corps in Israel, the Ambassadors and members of the diplomatic mission in Israel. He represented the Government of Israel in the celebration of 51 years of the African Union. Minister Yaalon said that Israel and the African States share special and close relations ever since the peoples of Africa gained their independence in the 20th Century.
Based on the common values of freedom and democracy, the pursuit of development together with a common historic heritage. Israel, said the minister, is proud of its historic and continuous relations with Africa. Israel acknowledges the vast economic potential of Africa and Israeli organizations see it as an important destination.
Israel, said Mr. Yaalon, attaches great importance to the African Union, which holds a central part in the promotion of Pan-African unity and solidarity. Unfortunately, since 2002, Israel has been banned from the African Union conferences. If the A.U. is interested in having influence in the Middle East, it must enable Israel’s return to this political body. The African Union can find in Israel a loyal partner for the sake of its development, compatible with the agenda of Africa's Renaissance.
The minister reiterated that Africa holds great importance for Israel from the points of view of defense and the war against terror, especially in view of the growing strength of radical Islamist organizations and the infiltration of terrorist elements, following what was called the "Arab Spring" in North Africa. Recently, Prime Minister Netanyahu responded positively to the appeal of the President of Nigeria and an Israeli delegation is presently in Nigeria to help locate the kidnapped young girls.
We consider, continued minister Yaalon, Recently, Prime Minister Netanyahu responded positively to the appeal of the President of Nigeria and an Israeli delegation is presently in Nigeria to help locate the kidnapped young girls. Israel will always stand side by side, shoulder to shoulder with African countries confronting the menace of terror and radicalism. The same is true regarding the battle we need to lead together against racism, violence and xenophobia. Both the Jewish people and the peoples of Africa suffered and continue to suffer today from racism and persecutions, as we have seen only yesterday in the heinous murder in the Jewish museum in Brussels.
Minister Yaalon ended his speech by presenting warm congratulations and the best wishes of the Israeli Government on the occasion of Africa Day.
This unique and honoring evening ended in African Fashion Show and dancing to African music. All is left for us is to greet Africa to be united, peaceful and prosperous.
Photos : Arieh Lahat
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Despite the cold and rainy weather in Tel-Aviv, while snowing in Jerusalem, covering the capital with a thick white "blanket",
A very warm and friendly reception was held in the Dan hotel – Tel-Aviv, by the Kenyan embassy, Thursday evening dec.19 2013.
To this special event, marking the celebration of Independence Day Jubilee: the 50th Anniversary of a free and independent Republic of Kenya, many distinguished gests were invited:
The Israeli Minister Meir Cohen, and some other Israeli officials, Ambassadors, members of the Diplomatic Mission in Israel, and other Honored Guests.
The special atmosphere of the event, was felt and seen already at the entrance to the ballroom, where some beautiful female Kenyan receptionists, dressed in authentic colorful dresses, were checking the guests list and providing the participants with souvenirs from Kenya.
Entering the ballroom, one could see, feel and taste the hospitality of the Kenyan people, presented by the Kenyan Ambassador and the Kenyan embassy staff.
Excellent food and beverage was served, the room was decorated with flags, flowers, a large video screen, on which a Kenyan tour attractions were shown...
After some delay, caused by waiting for The Minister Meir Cohen, and some other officials, which finally could not leave Jerusalem because the roads were blocked by snow,the official opening was declared.
Both National anthems: the Kenya an the Israeli, were played, accompanied by singing of the both countries present guests and staff members. Then speeches were made.
His Excellency, Ambassador Augostino Njoroge, accompanied by Mrs. Margaret Njoroge, spoke about the founding of the free and independent Republic of Kenya, fifty years ago, the progress that the Kenyan people have made since then and what Kenya is like today.
The Ambassador mentioned also the firm and special relationship, friendship and cooperation, between Kenya and Israel, since the first days of Kenya's independence in 1963 and until now, hoping for many years of such relationship to come.
After the Ambassadors speech, raising glasses of wine as a toast to both countries, their Presidents and people, a special message of greetings and wishes was presented on the video screen, by the Israeli President Mr. Shimon Peres.
The speech on behalf of the Israeli Minister Meir Cohen and the Government and People of Israel, was red by the representative Mr Avraham(Avi) Granot, Deputy Director General for Africa, MFA ,who congratulated the Republic of Kenya on the occasion of its 50th Independence day "this celebration is special for Israel, as it also marks the a Jubilee year of Israel-Kenya diplomatic relations.
The past 50 years we have witnessed a blossoming friendship between Kenya and Israel based on economic, cultural, strategic and humanitarian ties as well as shared values
After the official part of the event, a fashion show held place, showing Kenya's style designed dresses, shown by beautiful Kenyan models, giving the present guests a taste of a sweet "desert".
Photos Silvia Golan
