Embassy of Israel Briefing

February 25, 2003

Dear Friend,

It has become a tradition over the last 20 years for the Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations to hold their annual meeting in Jerusalem and meet with heads of state.

Part of this tradition is the Prime Minister`s address to the group, which serves as an overview of the state of Jewish affairs.

This year, Prime Minister Sharon stressed the significance of Jewish continuity, aliyah, and development of the Negev and Jerusalem.

The Prime Minister also discussed the importance of Israel advocacy on college campuses and within local communities across the United States.

Prime Minister Sharon specially mentioned Israel`s upcoming 55<sup>th</sup> birthday and encouraged individuals to participate in the Yom Ha`atzmaut celebration on Monday, May 19^th at the MCI Center in Washington DC.

Click here to read the full text of Prime Minister Ariel Sharon`s speech to the Conference of Presidents.

Sincerely,

Moshe Fox
Minister for Public Affairs
Embassy of Israel, Washington DC