Seventy-five ambassadors and diplomats, representing the United States, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, India, Japan, and Bahrain, among others, took part in a tree-planting event on Wednesday hosted by Keren Kayemet LeYisrael – Jewish National Fund and celebrating Israel's 75th birthday.
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The tree planting, initiated jointly by KKL-JNF and the Foreign Ministry, is meant to emphasize the deep connection and collaboration between the State of Israel and the diplomatic corps representing the various countries.
"Planting 75 trees together with the ambassadors to Israel symbolizes the Jewish people's deep connection with the Land of Israel, as well as the State of Israel's strength and prosperity, on the 75th anniversary of its independence. I would like to express my gratitude to the ambassadors who took part in this project, giving expression to the friendship and international esteem Israel has gained around the world," Foreign Minister Eli Cohen said.
KKL-JNF Chairwoman Yifat Ovadia-Lusk said, "The best way to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the State of Israel is by planting trees that symbolize development, life, growth, and the abundance of the Israeli nature, right here, near the Yad Vashem Museum. Seeing ambassadors from different countries, who represent the deep bond between Israel and its friends around the world, planting trees in the land of Israel is very exciting ... I am proud to lead an organization which actively combats the climate crisis, in collaboration with international organizations and a host of countries which, together, are creating a better world."
