Middle East
“A vision has been set by the leaders of these countries,” said United Arab Emirates Ambassador to the United States Yousef Al Otaiba.
With ties between the Mideast countries now official, two women are helping improve amenities, resources and accessibility for residents and visitors.
Industry, Commerce and Tourism Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al Zayani’s recent statement was “misinterpreted,” says state news agency
The Badr Organization has been responsible for the lethal attacks on U.S. embassy personnel stationed in Baghdad.
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.
In marking the expulsion of 850,000 Middle East and North African Jews, and in the backdrop of the recent Abraham Accords, a common thread among speakers was that Mizrahi Jews can play a particular role in furthering Israel’s relationship with Arab and Muslim countries.
“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.”
“The steps we are building are everlasting steps for future generations,” says Bahraini Industry, Commerce and Tourism Minister Zayed bin Rashin Al Zayani.
Sudan has made it clear that without legislation granting it immunity from legal action over its terrorist past, ties will not be upgraded.
“This was really a priority of the Trump administration since the day it began,” said U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman. “It was a shocking surprise that was four years in the making, and I think the momentum will continue.”
Bahraini Industry, Commerce and Tourism Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al Zayani will head the nearly 40-member delegation.
Israir is scheduled to conduct the first such flight to Dubai on Dec. 1.
