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Headlines from the 10th annual Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference today at the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem
President Isaac Herzog addresses the Jerusalem Post Annual Conference: “Iran is exploiting the world’s inaction, this lack of coordination—a clear threat to international peace and security.”
President Herzog spoke of the importance of international dialogue and said: “Over the past year we have seen the good this dialogue can bring. And I want to focus on the Abraham Accords. They are a remarkable breakthrough in the history of our region. A brave, noble choice by Arab nations, with the fine mediation of the United States, to cast aside a failed policy of exclusion, lack of dialogue, lack of tolerance, and instead embrace a future based on inclusion with an Israel that has always outstretched its hand in peace. I hope many more Middle Eastern nations will emulate this path of dialogue and tolerance “I recently visited the king of Jordan in Amman and met King Abdullah II. I have spoken at length with President al-Sisi of Egypt. I had a long call with President Erdogan of Turkey, and a few conversations of courteous nature with Chairman Abbas of the Palestinian Authority” President Herzog condemned Iran's regional aggression as a result of a breakdown of international dialogue and said: “Here, we see the world’s failure to act in concert, to settle on a strategy to sever Iran’s tentacles in the Middle East, to restrain its ballistic missile program, and to shut down its nuclear program. Iran is exploiting this inaction, this lack of coordination: a clear threat to international peace and security” President Herzog also addressed the climate crisis and called for meaningful action at the COP26 climate summit: “As President, I intend to push forcefully on this issue, of the climate emergency. In November, world leaders will gather in Glasgow, Scotland, for the climate summit in a bid to pull our planet back from the brink. I hope that there too, dialogue, concern for our children’s future, and concern for the world that we are blessed to live in together will prevail over short-term interests and impulses”
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said at the 10th annual Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference on Tuesday : World must hold Iran accountable for nuclear violations
“I expect global powers to hold [Iran] accountable, to bring them to the UN Security Council. That would be the peaceful route”
Israel has no need to raise taxes, Finance Minister Avigdor Liberman said at the 10th annual Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference on Tuesday"We won't need to increase taxes to reduce the national deficit or finance its infrastructure projects," Liberman told Jerusalem Post Editor in Chief Yaakov Katz in Hebrew at the conference
Justice Minister Gideon Sa'ar said at the 10th annual Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference on Tuesday he is willing to cooperate with the Likud if Benjamin Netanyahu is defeated in primaries
Head of Public Health Services Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis revealed at the 10th annual Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference on Tuesday how the procedure to travel to the country will work.
Former US Treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin said at the 10th annual Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference Today he predicted an economic boom in the next 18 months.
"The economic boom for the next 18 months is going to be extraordinary"
Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked (Yamina) calls blocking Lapid from Israel's premiership a 'fairy tale'Knesset lawmakers are set to clash on a bill surrounding Palestinian reunification
Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen ( photo) : Iran not close to getting a nuclear bombIf Iran develops a nuclear weapon, lsrael must be able to stop Iran on its own
Pfizer’s Bourla defends testing COVID-19 vaccine in Israel Albert Bourla said today : “Pfizer is committed to staying one step ahead of the virus
Defense Minister Benny Gantz at The Jerusalem Post conference: "We are developing both defensive and offensive capabilities against our enemies, constantly stopping attempts to harm Israeli citizens.
We must always remain two steps ahead, combining civilian and military capabilities to maintain Israel’s cyber superiority and to stop terrorism. It is a vital need for Israel’s security and a common interest with our closest partners, so we are constantly engaged in learning, knowledge sharing and technological development." Minister Gantz also referred to the Iranian threat: "Israel is one of the only countries in the world that is still under constant existential threat– with Iran at the top of our agenda. We have developed technological and operational tools that will guarantee our security against Iran’s nuclear ambitions."
Minister Gantz also called on the international community to take action against Iran:
"I call on the international community to take a stand. I am saying it because Iran is first a global challenge, then a regional one and only finally, it is a threat to Israel. The future is now, and a future with a nuclear Iran is a dark one."
More at : https://live.jpost.com/conferences/the-jerusalem-post-10th-annual-conference-the-future-is-now-676413
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Diplomatic Institute hosts summer cocktail for diplomats and business leaders in Petah Tiqva
The Diplomatic Institute held a summer cocktail on Tuesday evening at Ninesh in Petah Tiqva, connecting the diplomatic community in Israel with Israeli business leaders. The last year and a half have limited opportunities for diplomats to meet face to face, and the Diplomatic Institute filled that gap by providing a pleasant atmosphere and venue for networking.
Gabriel Hayon, President of the Diplomatic Institute (DiplomaticInstitute.org), explained the motivation behind the evening--having realized the need for diplomats to have access to a balanced representation of Israeli society, as well logistical support for their person and bilateral commercial needs, Mr. Hayon set out to provide just such a platform. The Diplomatic Institute was created to provide services ranging from navigating the legalities and bureaucracies of importing goods to Israel, to how to open a bank account in Israel.
The Diplomatic Institute also organizes regular events for diplomats, such as lectures and discussions with the former head of the Mossad to discuss the Iranian threat, or the deputy Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The next meeting will be November 2, with Lt. General Dan Halutz, former Chief of Staff of the IDF.
Deputy Mayor of Petah Tiqva Rafi Dahan and Shmulik Bass from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were guests in the evening. Mr. Bass expressed his support on behalf of the ministry of foreign affairs, and welcomed all the guests. Mr. Bass then announced the upcoming visit by the president of Colombia to Israel.
Alex Averbuch, Marketing Director of Ashra, explained how Ashra could provide financial guidance and credit assistance to promote Israeli exports to developing countries. Arnon Maoz of Tashtiot and Maoz media talked about the energy revolution that has begun--the transition to solar energy. Mr. Maoz encouraged countries and investors alike to weigh the long-term benefits of transitioning to solar energy sources, and cited a number of examples of countries that have already joined this key revolution.
Mr. Hayon thanked the event sponsors: Ashra, ICL (Israel Cargo Logistics), Ninish, Paskovich, Tashtiot, and Wine and friends (by Dudi Perry).
Following these opening remarks, Mr. Hayon offered a toast to health and success, and the guests continued to enjoy the dinner and wines, and the opportunity to network.
Photos by Silvia Golan
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With the formation of Israel’s 36th government, the traditional photograph was taken today, Monday 14 June / 4 Tammuz. The group photograph shows President of Israel Reuven (Ruvi) Rivlin, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, Alternate Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Yair Lapid and the ministers of the new government.
The photograph (credit - Avi Ohayon, GPO) shows:
Front row (R to L): Alternate Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Yair Lapid; President of Israel Reuven (Ruvi) Rivlin; Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.
First row (R to L): Minister of National Infrastructure, Energy and Water Karin Elharrar; Minister of Health Nitzan Horowitz; Minister of Defense Benny Gantz; Minister of Transportation and Road Safety Merav MIchaeli; Minister of Finance Avigdor Lieberman; Minister of Justice Gidon Sa’ar; Minister of the Interior Ayelet Shaked.
Second row (R to L): Minister of Religious Services Matan Kahana; Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development and Minister for the Development of the Periphery, the Negev, and the Galilee Oded Forer; Minister of Social Equality Merav Cohen; Minister of Communications Yoaz Hendel; Minister of Environmental Protection Tamar Zandberg; Minister of Internal Security Omer Barlev; Minister of Education Yifat Shasha-Biton; Minister of Labor, Social Affairs and Social Welfare Meir Cohen; Minister of Aliyah and Integratione Pnina Tamano-Shata.
Third row (R to L): Acting Cabinet Secretary Lior Natan; Minister of Culture and Sport Chili Tropper; Minister of Housing and Construction and Minister for Jerusalem Affairs and Heritage Ze’ev Elkin; Minister of Intelligence Elazar Stern; Minister of Diaspora Affairs Nachman Shai; Minister of the Economy Orna Barbivay; Minister for Regional Cooperation Esawi Frej; Minister of Science and Technology Orit Farkash-Hacohen; Minister in the Ministry of Finance Hamed Amar; Minister of Tourism Yoel Razvozov.
Credit for photo of Pres. Rivlin, Prime Minister Bennett and Alternate Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Lapid: Haim Zach (GPO)
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27 years ago, on 18 July 1994 at 9:53 A.M., a huge explosion rocked the city of Buenos Aires - the second murderous attack against Israeli and Jewish targets in Argentina in two years.
Today (July 18, 2021) marks the 27th anniversary of the murderous attack carried out against the Jewish community center AMIA (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) in Buenos Aires, on 18 July 1994. It was the second attack against Jewish and Israeli targets on Argentinian soil – the attack on the Israeli embassy took place only two years previously.
Tragically, 85 people lost their lives in the AMIA attack, and hundreds more were injured.
The sorrow and grief caused by this attack is compounded by the fact that those responsible for this horrifying act, as for the one preceding it, have not yet been brought to justice. After years of investigation, the Argentinian magistrate concluded in 2007 that Iran was behind the attack and responsible for dispatching the murderers. The government of Argentina appealed to Interpol to issue arrest warrants for a number of suspects, and this appeal was approved by the Interpol General Assembly. Israel condemns Iran for its responsibility for terrorist attacks around the world and for funding, instructing, training and arming terror organizations and for threatening to wipe Israel off the face of the earth.
At this difficult hour, the people and government of Israel identify with the bereaved families, with the Jewish community in Argentina and with all the people of Argentina. Concurrently, we would like to congratulate the Jewish community, which has managed to recover from the tragic event, to restore the community and maintain firm ties with the State of Israel. Furthermore, we endorse the Argentinian government's efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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President Rivlin hosted an event marking the centenary of the Manufacturers’ Association of Israel
President Rivlin:
“Buy blue-and-white. There’s nothing better.”
“Over the last year and a half, during the coronavirus pandemic, when countries around the world were lacking in essential products, Israeli industry was part of the national effort. Production was round the clock to ensure that nothing was lacking and that the economy continued to run.”
President of Israel Reuven (Ruvi) Rivlin today, Monday 31 May / 30 Sivan, hosted an event marking the centenary of the Manufacturers’ Association of Israel. President of the Manufacturers’ Association Dr. Ron Tomer, VP Ayelet Nahmias-Verbin, former president Shraga Brosh, industrialists and senior businesspeople participated in the event.
“Today, as we mark the hundredth year of the Manufacturers’ Association, we salute the pioneering industrialists of a land that was undeveloped and you, today’s industrialists who continue in the path of creating and making. You make the wheels of Israel’s economy turn as a developed country whose economy is a source of pride,” said the president at the beginning of his remarks.
“Over the last year and a half, during the coronavirus pandemic, when countries around the world were lacking in essential products, Israeli industry was part of the national effort. Production was round the clock to ensure that nothing was lacking and that the economy continued to run. Israel’s economy is in constant competition with global markets and automation processes which are both an opportunity and a danger. I trust you, Israel’s industrialists, that with your resource, creativity and determination, you will be able to face these challenges by breaking into new markets and by adapting production, all with Israel’s special blend of business smarts and national commitment,” said the president.
He added that in the centenary year of its establishment, the Manufacturers’ Association and its members should set two key targets: “The first is to adopt advanced production technology and to connect traditional industry to the engine of high-tech. The second is to recruit from all parts of Israeli society, particularly the ultra-Orthodox and Arab sectors, which are growing and must be part of the process of developing the economy. They need it and we all need it.”
“We all salute you for your entrepreneurship, your dedication and your application, and congratulate you on continued success and development,” said the president at the end of his remarks. “Buy blue-and-white. There’s nothing better.”
President of the Manufacturers’ Association of Israel, Dr. Ron Tomer, thanked the president and said, “You have been a true partner to Israeli industry. Working together, we have achieved far more with you at our side. Now, as we celebrate one hundred years of the Manufacturers’ Association, we can see that Israeli industry was and will continue to be the true melting pot that bridges the gaps in Israeli society – between men and women, between Jews and Arabs and between center and periphery, offering a better, shared future. So, it is correct to say that industry is Israel’s social and economic ‘iron dome’, and that the foundations of industry are what built the economy and preserved our manufacturing independence, even in times of conflict and crisis. We are partners in creating Israel’s economic and social policy and building its future – creating hundreds of thousands of jobs, and no less important, creating rich and valuable knowledge. Israeli industry is amongst the most advanced in the world today, with cutting-edge computerization, robotics and special system, and together with the high-tech sector we are moving the State of Israel forward. Let me end with the president’s call and to call on you all to buy blue-and-white. By strengthening local industry, we will all enjoy a state that is strong, independent and developed.”
Chair of the committee on Arab society at the Manufacturers’ Association, industrialist Dr. Muhammed Zahalka: “I would like to suggest to the president that there is a fifth tribe, the united tribe. All of us here are part of that tribe, where what unites us is greater than the differences between us, and what we all share is the desire and the vision to lead Israel and to represent her proudly around the world.”
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