Moshe Lion
Jerusalem mayor highlights the ‘old and new’ to over 50 counterparts
A tour of the Israeli capital focused on learning about the past—including the Jewish and Israeli connections to the Western Wall—and understanding the present through the city’s thriving hi-tech scene.
Local resident Yamar Gethon, 29, took first place in the full marathon, breaking a new record with a finishing time of 2:24:07.
The permanent space will provide support to new immigrants in the areas of employment, education and housing, and offer Hebrew classes, exhibits and performances.
They told of losing clients and sleep, and some reported receiving no grants or loans—only “chaos,” despite newspaper headlines and government promises.
Jerusalem mayor hopes ‘Silicon Wadi’ project will create 10,000 jobs
Mayor Moshe Lion heralds a “true revolution” for eastern Jerusalem.
“Every structure and neighborhood tells the unique tale of the city of Jerusalem,” said Mayor Moshe Lion.
“The location and features will help us to bring new jobs to the city. More office space will mean more businesses, whether its lawyers, bankers or high-tech,” said Ofer Berkovitch, a member of the city’s planning and construction committee.
Flags from all of the countries were placed along the race route by the City of Jerusalem in a gesture of goodwill and welcome.
It’s part of a municipal improvement strategy that includes developing infrastructure, easing congestion and improving accessibility.
In a wide-ranging interview, Nir Barkat speaks about the development of Jerusalem as a hub of tourism, culture and education.
Like the notable (and sometimes notorious) mayors before him, 62-year-old Moshe Lion will start the complicated business of putting policies and promises into action.
Moshe Lion elected Jerusalem mayor in a tight runoff
Religious candidate Moshe Lion wins 51.5 percent of votes in second round of mayoral elections • Secular candidate Ofer Berkovitch, who won 48.5 percent of the votes, said: “We will examine the results in-depth.”
