(Communicated by the Foreign Minister’s Bureau)

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Avigdor Liberman has appointed Israel Prize winner Tal Brody as Israel's international Goodwill Ambassador. Brody will assist with Israel's international public diplomacy efforts.

During the appointment ceremony, FM Liberman stated that "Brody's diverse activities, which, apart from him being an outstanding sportsman, include years of community volunteer service and largesse, have turned him into a Zionist symbol and role model. His unique biography, which includes participation in both the US and Israeli basketball teams as well as service in the US Army and the IDF, make him the ideal Israeli Goodwill Ambassador to the world in general and the United States in particular.   I am certain that Brody will make a huge contribution to Israel's positive image around the world."

Brody thanked FM Liberman for the appointment, and said that "My goal at this stage in my life is to dedicate my time in the service of the State of Israel. I believe I will be able to enable many people around the world to better understand and to see Israel's many positive sides."