Israeli Foreign Policy
The African country’s economy has struggled, and this development will help the country obtain loans from international organizations.
“Morocco is a door-opener to the Arab world and Africa, and what we did quietly before we can do publicly with them now,” says Danny Danon, who recently completed a five-year stint as Israel’s ambassador to the U.N.
O’Brien awards Israeli counterpart Meir Ben-Shabbat the U.S. Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service, the highest honorary award given to non-U.S. citizens.
El Al, Israir and Arkia airlines line up to serve the expected rush of Israeli tourists to the North African country after the announcement of its intent to normalize relations with Israel.
“The circle of those who recognize Israel is growing,” says Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi.
King Mohammed VI’s decision that he intends to normalize ties with Israel has had “the impact of a tsunami,” says Moroccan Jewish community head Serge Berdugo.
Rabbi Yaakov Menken, managing director of the Coalition for Jewish Values, said “instead of a cold détente attained via surrender to unreasonable demands, these new agreements promote peace based upon common security needs and mutual medical, technological and financial benefits.”
It’s part of a deal in which the United States will recognize the disputed territory of Western Sahara as part of Morocco, becoming the only Western country to do so.
Cairo is concerned that a Biden administration will be hostile and undergo a new nuclear deal with Iran that could undermine regional stability, say Egyptian officials.
Industry, Commerce and Tourism Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al Zayani’s recent statement was “misinterpreted,” says state news agency
The panelists discussed the importance of women at the highest levels of decision-making and how gender must play a role in the newfound ties between their nations.
“Governments sign treaties, but people create peace,” says Israeli Tourism Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen • Bahraini tourism minister: “We are a true partner, a genuine investor and a frank friend.”
