The Global Forum for Combating Antisemitism

Uruguay President Hails 75 Years of His Nation's Friendship with Israel at AJC Global Forum

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

And the most important thing is the friendship among nations that uphold and cherish these values," Lacalle Pou said.

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  • And the most important thing is the friendship among nations that uphold and cherish these values," Lacalle Pou said.
  • "Along with 75 years of independence for Israel, today we celebrate 75 years of friendship between Uruguay and Israel."
  • Four days later, Uruguay became the first South American nation to recognize Israel and the fourth nation overall.
  • Last year, AJC signed an association agreement with Comite Central Israelita de Uruguay, the main Jewish communal organization in Uruguay.

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan concludes visit to U.S.

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Friday, February 17, 2023

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, concluded his visit to Washington, DC after meeting with senior US government officials and Congressional leaders.

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  • Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, concluded his visit to Washington, DC after meeting with senior US government officials and Congressional leaders.
  • During meetings with Jake Sullivan, US National Security Advisor, and Brett McGurk, Deputy Assistant to the President and White House Coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa, Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed a shared commitment to cooperate on efforts to promote peace in the region.
  • Tim Lenderking, US Special Envoy for Yemen, briefed Sheikh Abdullah on US efforts to address the crisis in Yemen.
  • The two officials stressed the need to reach a peaceful solution that would alleviate the humanitarian suffering of the Yemeni people.

DANNY DANON AT THE ABRAHAM ACCORDS GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT: "NEW ISRAELI GOVERNMENT'S FIRST PRIORITY WILL BE TO INCREASE SIGNATORIES TO THE ABRAHAM ACCORDS. I EXPECT WE'LL SEE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN ISRAEL AND SAUDI ARABIA THIS YEAR"

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

Ambassador Danny Danon presented an optimistic view of Israel's recently elected government: "I bring good news from Jerusalem.

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  • Ambassador Danny Danon presented an optimistic view of Israel's recently elected government: "I bring good news from Jerusalem.
  • The newIsraeli government 's first priority will be to increase signatories to the Abraham Accords.
  • Prime Minister Netanyahu's first state visit will be to Abu Dhabi, and we hope that Riyadh will follow.
  • I expect we'll see an agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia this year."

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken Addresses AJC Global Forum

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Monday, June 13, 2022

NEW YORK, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, addressing the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Global Forum today, praised the leading global Jewish advocacy organization's leadership on key American foreign policy issues.

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  • NEW YORK, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, addressing the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Global Forum today, praised the leading global Jewish advocacy organization's leadership on key American foreign policy issues.
  • The secretary of state saluted "the purposeful leadership" of AJC CEO David Harris, including in fostering new relationships in the Middle East.
  • Blinken last addressed the AJC Global Forum in 2015 , in Washington, D.C. as deputy secretary of state.
  • AJC Global Forum, taking placeJune 12-14in New York City, is the signature annual event of the leading global Jewish advocacy organization.

AJC Welcomes UN Expert Dr. Ahmed Shaheed's Action Plan on Combating Antisemitism

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Friday, May 27, 2022

NEW YORK, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) welcomes the Action Plan to Combat Antisemitism by Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief.

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  • NEW YORK, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) welcomes the Action Plan to Combat Antisemitism by Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief.
  • "The special rapporteur's action plan is an essential roadmap for governments, companies, and other UN experts to follow to ensure that their efforts to combat antisemitism are comprehensive and effective."
  • Dr. Shaheed's Action Plan, following on his 2019 report, sets out eight areas in which renewed attention and action to combat antisemitism is essential.
  • He calls on every government, including in countries where no Jewish communities reside, to adopt a national action plan to combat antisemitism.

American Jewish Committee Leader Attends Historic Multifaith Gathering in Saudi Arabia

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Thursday, May 12, 2022

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --A historic gathering of faith leaders from across religious traditions took place this week in Saudi Arabia, and included 12 rabbis, among them Rabbi David Rosen , American Jewish Committee's Director of International Interreligious Relations.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --A historic gathering of faith leaders from across religious traditions took place this week in Saudi Arabia, and included 12 rabbis, among them Rabbi David Rosen , American Jewish Committee's Director of International Interreligious Relations.
  • "It is encouraging and exciting to see the Muslim World League and Saudi Arabia exercise leadership to promote cooperation among the faith communities of the world.
  • The work of forging a multifaith alliance against extremism and hatred of all kinds, including antisemitism, must include traditional religious voices along with more liberal expressions.
  • The mission, held just days before the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi death camp, also honored the endurance of Jewish life.