Rss - News and Events5/25/2013 4:51:59 AM60en-USPM Netanyahu addresses UNGAhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-UNGA-Sep2011.aspxThe truth is that Israel wants peace with a Palestinian state, but the Palestinians want a state without peace. And the truth is you shouldn't let that happen.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:05:14 GMTResponse to terror attacks http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Response-to-terror-attacks-in-Delhi-and-Tbilisi.aspxPresident Shimon Peres's response to attacks. .Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:04:33 GMTKia ora Torahhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Kia-ora-Torah.aspxKia ora TorahWed, 22 Feb 2012 08:28:28 GMTWorking Holiday Schemehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-New-Zealand-Working-Holiday-Scheme.aspxIsrael-New Zealand Working Holiday SchemeMon, 20 Feb 2012 09:50:59 GMTRIO+20 June 2012 http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-an-important-player-at-RIO-20.aspxIsrael attaches great importance to this year's Earth Summit, RIO+20, to take place in Rio de Janeiro on 20-22 June.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 22:02:13 GMTIsrael's green branding on TVhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-launches-green-branding-TV-campaign.aspxThe State of Israel is, for the first time, launching an international television campaign on CNN to brand itself as a green country which pioneers "green technology".Wed, 27 Jun 2012 01:00:38 GMTNetanyahu to Conf Presidentshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-Conf-Presidents-Feb2012.aspxRight now, if you look at North Africa into the Middle East and further East, Israel is the only one stable, genuine, open, transparent democracy and therein lies our internal stability.Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:50:59 GMTPres Peres statement on Iranhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Pres-Peres-on-Iran-Feb2012.aspxPeres: A nuclear Iran is a strategic threat, not only to Israel but to the world at large. Iran is a center of moral corruption and it feeds and arms world terrorism.Fri, 24 Feb 2012 04:33:10 GMTRemembering Christchurchhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Remembering-Christchurch.aspxAmbassador Shemi Tzur took part in the Christchurch commorations on February 22.Fri, 24 Feb 2012 06:28:00 GMTConference on Jewish refugeeshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/DFM-Ayalon-heads-first-special-MFA-conference-on-Jewish-refugees-from-Arab-countries.aspxDFM Ayalon: "At this juncture in time I call for putting an end to the historic injustice and call upon the Arab League to assume responsibility and admit it was they who caused the Jews from Arab countries to become refugees."Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:59:45 GMTICC has no jurisdictionhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/ICC-no-jurisdiction-PA-complaints-Apr2012.aspxIsrael made it clear in the first place that the International Criminal Court has no jurisdiction in this matter.Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:41:48 GMTNetanyahu on the Iranian issuehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu's-remarks-on-the-Iranian-nuclear-issue.aspxPM Netanyahu's remarks about the talks on the Iranian nuclear issue, at the start of his meeting with US Sen. Joe Lieberman Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:45:35 GMTNetanyahu meets Palestinianshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Netanyahu-meets-with-Palestinians-Apr2012.aspxIsraeli PM Netanyahu met with representatives from the Palestinian side who gave him a letter from President Abbas.Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:18:42 GMTYom Hashoah - President Pereshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Yom-Hashoah-2012-President-Peres.aspxHolocaust deniers negate the deeds of their predecessors so as to cover their own crimes. The falsehood of negation will not extinguish the fire of the inferno.Mon, 23 Apr 2012 05:00:26 GMTYom Hazikaron - Memorial Dayhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Yom-Hazikaron---Memorial-Day.aspxTue, 24 Apr 2012 00:16:29 GMTIsraeli Movie Clubhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israeli-Movie-Club.aspxCome and enjoy another Israeli 'classic' Thursday 3 May at 7pm at Temple Sinai. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:14:57 GMTDocumentary Edge Festivalhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Documentary-Edge-Festival-2012.aspx72 films from New Zealand and around the world have been selected for the 2012 Festival amongst which 6 excellent Israeli documentaries. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:16 GMTEnd of hunger strikehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/End-security-prisoners-hunger-strike-May2012.aspxThe end of the strike was made possible in the wake of the security prisoners' signature on a commitment not to engage in terrorism inside the prison walls in exchange for various easements. Tue, 15 May 2012 22:36:07 GMTIsrael responds to EU Councilhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-responds-EU-Foreign-Affairs-May2012.aspxIsrael is committed to the well-being of the Palestinian population. The conclusions of the EU Foreign Affairs Council on the Middle East Peace Process do not contribute to advancing the peace process.Tue, 15 May 2012 22:43:03 GMTIsrael and UN sign agreementhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-and-UN-sign-aid-cooperation-agreement-May2012.aspxIsrael and the United Nations are cooperating on development, a central topic on the international agenda.Tue, 15 May 2012 22:37:10 GMTPM Netanyahu on Iranhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-on-Iran-May2012.aspxIran's goals are clear. It wants to annihilate Israel and is developing nuclear weapons to realize this goal.Tue, 22 May 2012 22:12:34 GMTFM Liberman meets ForSec Haguehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/FM-Liberman-meets-For-Sec-Hague-May2012.aspxLiberman: The Iranians are trying to project a more pleasant and calm atmosphere at the talks, but their goal is still the same: to obtain military nuclear capability.Tue, 29 May 2012 00:40:13 GMT"Just One Minute"http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Just-One-Minute.aspxIn response to last week's refusal of the IOC to formally honor the memory of the murdered athletes at this year's Olympics, DFM Ayalon is working to garner public support for the campaign.Tue, 29 May 2012 00:39:24 GMTPress Conference with OECDhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu,-Minister-Steinitz-and-OECD-Sec-Gen-Gurria-Press-Conference.aspxPM Netanyahu: The policies that have worked for us so far are the policies that will work for us in the future: control spending; be careful and responsible; encourage growth; enact reforms.Thu, 07 Jun 2012 21:40:15 GMTIsrael-Netherlands Statementhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-Netherlands-Joint-Statement-.aspxThe visit underlines the friendship and long lasting partnership between the two countriesWed, 13 Jun 2012 02:43:06 GMTIsrael-US Dialoguehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-US-Dialogue-on-counter-terrorism-held-in-Jerusalem.aspxThe Israeli delegation presented on terrorist threats, core challenges it faces, Iran’s involvement in terrorism, Hizballah, Hamas and Palestinian Islamic JihadThu, 07 Jun 2012 21:39:27 GMTAmb Prosor to UNGA on Syriahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Amb-Prosor-UNGA-Syria-Jun2012.aspxProsor to UN General Assembly: "The people of Syria are the deliberate targets of a brutal regime that will commit any crime to cling to power."Sun, 10 Jun 2012 22:52:50 GMTIsrael feeding the worldhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/The-top-12-ways-Israel-feeds-.aspxFrom drip irrigation to natural pesticides, Israeli innovations are helping to fill hungry bellies everywhere, but particularly in the developing world. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 23:05:43 GMTPeres awarded Medal of Freedomhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-awarded-Medal-of-Freedom.aspxOn Tuesday evening, June 13, 2012, at the White House, President Barack Obama awarded Israel President Shimon Peres with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 02:57:34 GMTNetanyahu meets Pres. Outtarahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-with-Ivory-Coast-President-Ouattara.aspxPM Netanyahu and Ivory Coast President Ouattara noted the close state of bilateral cooperation, and discussed the terrorist threats facing both countries, as well as economic cooperationTue, 19 Jun 2012 03:06:52 GMTFourth Presidential Conferencehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Fourth-Israel-Presidential-Conference-begins-tomorrow-in-Jerusalem.aspxThe fourth Israel Presidential Conference Facing Tomorrow 2012, under the auspices of President Shimon Peres, will begin tomorrow in Jerusalem.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 22:07:39 GMTTerror attack in southhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Terror-attack-in-south-Jun2012.aspxA civilian working on the Israel-Egypt security fence was killed and two others were wounded Monday morning (18 June), in a terror attack on the southern border.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 22:08:16 GMTPMO on Egyptian electionshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PMO-on-Egyptian-presidential-elections-Jun2012.aspxIsrael looks forward to continuing cooperation with the Egyptian government.Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:04:40 GMTNetanyahu meets Putinhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-with-Russian-President-Putin.aspxPM Netanyahu, Defense Minister Ehud Barak, Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman and National Security Advisor Maj.-Gen. Yaakov Amidror attended a meeting today with Russian President Vladimir Putin Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:03:52 GMTLiberman condemns Iranian VPhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Liberman-condemns-Iranian-VP-Jun2012.aspxThe international community does not sufficiently comprehend the great danger posed by the Iranian regime to world peace.Wed, 27 Jun 2012 21:59:06 GMTFormer PM Shamir passes awayhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Former-PM-Shamir-passes-away.aspxYitzhak Shamir, Israel's seventh prime minister, former Knesset speaker and foreign minister, who died at the age of 96, will be laid to rest in a state funeral at Mt. Herzl on Monday, July 2.Sun, 01 Jul 2012 22:09:33 GMTCondolence book for PM Shamirhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Condolence-book-for-former-PM-.aspxThe Embassy has opened a condolence book for former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Former PM Mr Yitzhak Shamir.Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:16:18 GMTClinton visits Israelhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/US-Secretary-of-State-Clinton-visits-Israel.aspxAt their meeting, the two discussed the strengthening of cooperation between Israel and the United States, and held an in-depth discussion concerning Middle Eastern eventsWed, 18 Jul 2012 02:06:09 GMT18th AMIA bombing anniversaryhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/The-18th-Anniversary-of-the-AMIA-bombing.aspxEighteen years ago today, 18 July 1994 at 9 A.M., a huge explosion rocked the city of Buenos Aires - the second murderous attack against Israeli and Jewish targets in Argentina in two yearsWed, 18 Jul 2012 21:24:15 GMTPM's response to attackhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM's-response-to-terror-attack.aspxPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this afternoon (Thursday, 19 July 2012), issued the following statement about yesterday's terrorist attack in Bulgaria:Thu, 19 Jul 2012 21:57:27 GMTAttack on Israelis in Burgashttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Attack-on-Israelis-in-Burgas.aspxSix people, five Israelis and the Bulgarian bus driver, were killed and over 30 wounded on Wednesday (July 18) in a suicide bombing attack on a bus carrying Israelis in Burgas.Thu, 19 Jul 2012 21:04:36 GMTIsrael's water managementhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/OECD---Israel-is-a-pioneer-in-the-.aspxThis month the OECD the WFP and FAO published joint annual report on the state of world agriculture.Mon, 23 Jul 2012 22:29:46 GMTLetter from Morsyhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-receives-first-letter-from-Egyptian-President-Morsy.aspxPresident Morsy: I take this opportunity to reiterate that I am looking forward to exerting our best efforts to get the Middle East Peace Process back to its right track. Tue, 31 Jul 2012 21:25:20 GMTPM Netanyahu meets Romneyhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-Romney-Jul2012.aspxNetanyahu: Strengthening the relationship between America and Israel is in the interest of peace, in the interest of both our countries, and I believe that your visit is an expression of that desire on both of our peoples.Sun, 29 Jul 2012 21:59:02 GMTAmb Waxman statement to UNSChttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Amb-Waxman-statement-UNSC-Jul2012.aspxA clear line of terror runs from the bombing in Argentina to the attack in Bulgaria. It begins and ends in Iran. The Iranian campaign of terrorism is a plague that threatens not only Israelis and Jews, but innocent people all over the globe. Sun, 29 Jul 2012 21:59:33 GMTCops name Iranian attackerhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Cops-name-Iran-military-.aspxNEW DELHI: Alleging that an Iranian state agency was involved in the February 13 bomb attack on an Israeli diplomat in the capital...Tue, 31 Jul 2012 23:42:24 GMTTransfer of Goods http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Transfer-of-Goods.aspxIsraeli Minister of Finance, Dr. Yuval Steinitz, and Palestinian Prime Minister, Dr. Salam Fayyad, concluded today arrangements with respect to the transfer of goods between Israel and the Palestinian Authority and related tax procedures. Wed, 01 Aug 2012 23:33:48 GMTIsrael's Olympic hopeshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-Olympic-hopes.aspxIsrael's best hopes for Olympic glory lie in the diversity and versatility of its athletes competing in London 2012, as presented to you in series of clips.Thu, 02 Aug 2012 21:49:37 GMTIsrael's condolences to Egypthttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-expresses-condolences-to-Egypt.aspxIsrael conveys its condolences to Egypt and to the Egyptian people on the killing of Egyptian security forces personnel in the barbaric terrorist attack last nightMon, 06 Aug 2012 21:37:02 GMTAmb Prosor to UNGA on Syriahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Amb-Prosor-UNGA-Syria-Aug2012.aspxFor years, Assad repeatedly denied that he held chemical weapons. Last week we heard from Syrian officials: Assad has chemical weapons - and his government is prepared to use them.Sun, 05 Aug 2012 22:53:56 GMTIDF thwarts infiltrationhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/IDF-thwarts-infiltration-from-Sinai-Aug2012.aspxTerrorists in armored vehicles hijacked by a terrorist cell in an Egyptian base in north Sinai tried to infiltrate into Israel near the Kerem Shalom crossing.Mon, 06 Aug 2012 21:37:35 GMTAgricultural exports from Gazahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Independence-in-Gaza-agricultural-exports-by-2016.aspxNew program of the Dutch government regarding development of agricultural exports from the Gaza StripMon, 13 Aug 2012 21:36:03 GMTMunich Olympics Memorialhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Munich-Olympics-Memorial-Aug2012.aspxMin Livnat: "There is a line to be drawn from Auschwitz to Munich, and from Munich to Burgas; it is the murder of Jews simply because they are Jews."Tue, 07 Aug 2012 21:32:10 GMTIsrael's reaction to EU listhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-reaction-EU-customs-list-Aug2012.aspxThere is not the slightest doubt that the Modi'in, Maccabim and Re'ut localities are an integral part of Israel. The EU ignores reality when it extends the domain of conflict to places and issues that do not belong there.Wed, 15 Aug 2012 21:54:27 GMTPM Netanyahu to UN Secy-Genhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-to-UN-Secy-Gen-on-Iran-Aug2012.aspxNetanyahu told UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon that his anticipated trip to Tehran this month is a major mistake even if it is being made with good intentions. Sun, 12 Aug 2012 22:07:55 GMTRecent Iranian statementshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Recent-Iranian-statements-Aug2012.aspxAhmadinejad: "In the new Middle East there will be no trace of the American presence and the Zionists. The very existence of the Zionist regime is an insult to the humankind and an affront to all world nations."Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:11:13 GMTEconomic review West Bank/Gazahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Economic-review-West-Bank-Gaza-Aug2012.aspxThe growth rate of the Palestinian economy in Judea and Samaria slowed down in 2011, while the Gaza Strip enjoyed a 27% growth rate compared to 2010, contributing to a rise of about 23% in the per capita GDP.Wed, 15 Aug 2012 22:02:36 GMTNetanyahu condemns violencehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-condemns-acts-of-violence-and-racism-that-occurred-over-the-weekend.aspxPM Netanyahu: In the state of Israel, we are not prepared to tolerate racism; neither are we prepared to tolerate the combination of racism and violence. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 01:29:22 GMTWorld Humanitarian Day 2012http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-frontline-international-aid.aspxOn August 19, the world marks World Humanitarian Day, celebrating the efforts of those who provide assistance to those who are suffering.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:13:05 GMTHolocaust files digitizationhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Dutch-government-to-contribute-to-digitization-of-Holocaust-material.aspxYad Vashem and the Netherlands to sign agreement for Dutch contribution to digitization of Righteous Among the Nations material Sun, 26 Aug 2012 22:15:53 GMTIsrael to UN: Iran statementshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-to-UN-on-Iranian-statements-Aug2012.aspxIran - a member state of the United Nations - continues to declare that it seeks the destruction of Israel, another UN Member State.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 01:30:19 GMTAsian Science Camphttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/science-camp0823-8161.aspxFive of New Zealand’s top young scientific minds will attend the prestigious youth science gathering at the Asian Science Camp in Jerusalem – Israel which will be held 26-30 August. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 23:34:55 GMTSouth African labelinghttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/South-Africa-labeling-decision-Aug2012.aspxThe measure announced today by the South African cabinet to require special labeling for goods emanating from Israeli settlements is without precedent.Sun, 26 Aug 2012 22:20:03 GMTAsian Science Camp 2012http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-opens-Asian-Science-Camp-2012.aspxThe Asian Science Camp is being held for the first time in Israel with 300 young scientists aged 17-21 from throughout Asia.Mon, 27 Aug 2012 22:59:30 GMTAmbassador Prosor at UN GA debate on Syriahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Ambassador-Prosor-UNGA-debate-Syria-Sept2012.aspxLong before Assad’s planes demolished major cities, long before his thugs murdered entire families in their homes, long before the death count rose well above 20,000, the dangers of inaction were unmistakableThu, 06 Sep 2012 22:21:10 GMTPM Netanyahu speaks to Lower Saxony PM on Tehranhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-Lower-Saxony-PM-Tehran-Aug2012.aspxToday, over 120 countries are in Tehran, saluting a regime that not only denies the Holocaust but pledges to annihilate the Jewish state, brutalizes its own people and colludes in the murder of thousands of innocent Syrians. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 23:10:24 GMTPM Netanyahu on Canada's decision on Iranhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-Canada-decision-Iran-Sept2012.aspxI would like to commend Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper for taking a step that showed leadership and daring and which sends a clear message to Iran and the entire world.Sun, 09 Sep 2012 23:07:34 GMT40th anniversary of the Munich Olympics massacrehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Germany-Israel-40th-anniversary-Munich-Olympics-massacre.aspxOn the 40th anniversary of the abduction and massacre of the 11 Israeli athletes by Palestinian terrorists at the 1972 Munich Olympics, commemoration ceremonies will be held in Germany.Thu, 06 Sep 2012 22:12:12 GMTDFM Ayalon visits Latrun Trappist Monasteryhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/DFM-Ayalon-visits-Latrun-Trappist-Monastery.aspxDFM Ayalon at Latrun Monastery: “The attack on you is terrorism against all of us. This is not the way of Zionism or of Judaism. We will not allow freedom of religion in Israel to be compromised.” Thu, 06 Sep 2012 22:20:39 GMTPresident Peres Rosh Hashana greeting Sept 2012http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-Rosh-Hashana-greeting-Sept-2012.aspxWe look upon the Jewish communities around the world not only as our extended family, but also as our full partners.Sun, 09 Sep 2012 23:07:01 GMTIsrael condemns attacks on US diplomatic missionshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-condemns-attacks-US-diplomatic-missions.aspxThe US, which is the leader of the free world, has long stood in the firing line of radical Islamist terrorism.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:33:53 GMTNetanyahu meets with PM Seehoferhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/12-Sep-2012.aspxPM Netanyahu: The greatest interest today is to prevent Iran from continuing on its clear steps to achieving nuclear weaponsFri, 14 Sep 2012 00:34:26 GMTDepFM Ayalon addresses Ad Hoc Liaison Committeehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/DepFM-Ayalon-addresses-AHLC-Sept-2012.aspxIsrael submitted to the committee an updated report on measures taken by Israel in support of developing the Palestinian economy and socio-economic structure. Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:20:41 GMTJustice for Jewish Refugees from Arab Countrieshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/DFM-Ayalon-opens-international-conference-“Justice-for-Jewish-Refugees-from-Arab-Countries”-.aspxThe conference, which opened today in Jerusalem, is an initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Ministry for Senior Citizens and the World Jewish Congress.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:39:09 GMTThe untold story of the Middle Easthttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/The-untold-story-of-the-Middle-East.aspxAmbassador Prosor: "Our purpose is clear: plain and simple justice for nearly one million Jewish refugees, whose stories have been hidden - whose history has been left untold."Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:21:27 GMTFM Liberman’s reaction to Abbas' UN speech http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/FM-Liberman’s-reaction-to-UN-speech-by-PA-President-Abbas-.aspxFM Liberman: This speech was a flagrant incitement and a verbal attack. It will make clear to all those who live with illusions and are not honest with themselves what are the true intentions of Abbas and what he is striving to reach. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:46:33 GMTPM Netanyahu addresses UN General Assemblyhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-addresses-UN-General-Assembly.aspxThe relevant question is not when Iran will get the bomb. The relevant question is at what stage can we no longer stop Iran from getting the bomb. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 23:44:58 GMTIsraeli economic steps in West Bank and Gaza Striphttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israeli-economic-steps-West-Bank-and-Gaza-Strip-Sept-2012.aspxIsrael has recently approved additional permits for workers and merchants to enter Israeli territory from the West Bank. 16 projects in the Gaza Strip funded by the international community have been approved.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 23:45:28 GMTIsrael Congratulates the EU for Nobel Peace Prizehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-Congratulates-the-EU-for-Nobel-Peace-Prize1014-9706.aspxThe exemplary success of the EU in establishing peace in Europe after two world wars is an inspiration to the whole family of nations Mon, 15 Oct 2012 02:07:22 GMTPM Netanyahu's statement on early electionshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu's-statement-on-early-elections.aspxPM Netanyahu announces elections to be held within three months. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 02:09:34 GMTEmbassy condemns attacks on Jewish graveshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Embassy-condemns-attacks-on-Jewish-graves.aspxThe Israeli Embassy in Wellington condemns the vile desecration of Jewish graves in Central Auckland.Fri, 19 Oct 2012 01:39:44 GMTACAA agreement between Israel and the EU ratifiedhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/ACAA-agreement-between-Israel-and-the-EU-ratified.aspxThe AACA agreement with Israel is a framework agreement that recognizes Israel industrial standards as equivalents to European standardsThu, 01 Nov 2012 00:45:44 GMTBarrage of rocket fire hits southern Israelhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Barrage-rocket-fire-southern-Israel-Oct-2012.aspxBetween October 22-24, 2012, the Hamas terrorist organization initiated another intensification of rocket fire from the Gaza Strip towards Israel.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:42:46 GMTPres Peres meets EU High Representative Ashtonhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Pres-Peres-meets-EU-High-Representative-Ashton.aspxRight now as we are sitting there are a million people, mothers and children, are sitting in shelters and being bombed. Nobody in Europe, Asia, America or anywhere else would agree to that day after day. Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:45:15 GMTPM Netanyahu at Yitzhak Rabin memorial 2012http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-Yitzhak-Rabin-memorial-2012.aspxThree things we must preserve - teaching tolerance and anti-violence, strengthening security as the basis for our existence, and striving pragmatically for peace with our neighbors. These are the three things Yitzhak Rabin believed in.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:32:34 GMTPM Netanyahu meets with French President Hollandehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-joint-press-conference-with-French-President-Hollande.aspxI want to commend you for the strong position, France's position, for very tough and even tougher sanctions against Iran. The sanctions are taking a bite out of Iran's economy, but unfortunately, to date, they have not stopped the Iranian program.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:32:01 GMTPresident Peres on state visit to Russiahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-state-visit-Russia-Nov-2012.aspxPresident Shimon Peres will travel to the Russian Federation and inaugurate, alongside President Putin, the Jewish Museum and Tolerance Center in Moscow. They will hold a working meeting at the Kremlin.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 20:51:44 GMTIsraeli leaders congratulate US President Obamahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israeli-leaders-congratulate-US-Pres-Obama-election.aspxPM Netanyahu: "I will continue to work with President Obama in order to assure the interests that are vital to the security of the citizens of Israel."Wed, 07 Nov 2012 20:50:34 GMTPeres receives honorary professorship in Moscowhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-receives-honorary-professorship-in-Moscow.aspxThe Russian Academy of Science awarded President Peres the honorary professorship, a title that has been awarded to an exclusive number of statesman and leaders for their contribution to the world. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 20:51:08 GMTPM Netanyahu's remarks to foreign ambassadors http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu's-remarks-to-foreign-ambassadors-in-Ashkelon-.aspxPM Netanyahu: We’ll take whatever action is necessary to put a stop to this. This is not merely our right, it’s also our duty, and it’s something that I think is understood by any fair-minded person in any fair-minded government in the worldMon, 12 Nov 2012 20:26:10 GMTPress Release Embassy of Israelhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Press-release-pillar-of-self-defense.aspxThe Embassy of Israel in Wellington believes it is important that New Zealanders receive an even-handed account of current events in southern Israel and the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip, Israel’s Ambassador to New Zealand, Shemi Tzur, said today. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:03:27 GMTIsrael strikes terror targets in Gaza http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-strikes-terror-targets-in-Gaza-Nov-2012.aspxIn response to the incessant rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip the IDF has launched a widespread campaign against terror targets in Gaza.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:08:49 GMTPM Netanyahu's statement to the foreign presshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu's-statement-to-the-foreign-press.aspxIsrael has made it clear that it will not tolerate rocket and missile attacks on its civilians. I hope that the terror organizations in Gaza got the message. If not, Israel is prepared to take whatever action is necessary to defend our people Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:08:16 GMTThe humanitarian situation in Gazahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Humanitarian-situation-Gaza-Nov-2012.aspxIsrael is making a major effort to maintain the fabric of civilian life in Gaza, despite the situation of current hostilities. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 21:41:50 GMTPres. Peres meets with Special Envoy Tony Blairhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-meets-with-Quartet-Special-Envoy-Tony-Blair.aspxWe have no interest and no ambition in conquering land but we have to stop the firing at our citizens.Mon, 19 Nov 2012 21:41:23 GMTFM Liberman meets with UN Sec Gen Ban Ki-moonhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/FM-Liberman-meets-with-UN-Secretary-General-Ban-Ki-moon1120-3676.aspxFM Liberman: “If Israel will be forced to initiate a ground operation, it will not be a limited operation, nor will it be ‘Operation Pillar of Defense 2,’ but rather ‘Defensive Shield 2.’” Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:55:58 GMTIsrael under fire - November 2012http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-under-fire-November-2012.aspxMore than 1,200 rockets have been fired at Israel since Saturday (10 Nov), over 1,000 since the start of Operation Pillar of Defense (14 Nov), landing mostly in the south.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:56:33 GMTTalking Points and Sound biteshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Talking-points-and-sound-bites.aspxWe have created a list of talking points and sound bites for you in regard to Operation Pillar of Defense which are available for you to use in writing/blogging/talking about the current situation in Israel. Wed, 21 Nov 2012 01:14:11 GMTCeasefire ends Operation Pillar of Defensehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Behind-the-Headlines-Ceasefire-ends-Operation-Pillar-of-Defense.aspxAfter eight days of rocket fire from Gaza and Israeli counter-attacks on terrorist targets, a cease-fire was declared at 21:00 Israel time on 21 November.Tue, 27 Nov 2012 02:43:09 GMTStatement by PM Netanyahuhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Statement-by-PM-Netanyahu-29-Nov-2012.aspxNone of the vital interests of peace appear in the resolution that will be put forward before the General Assembly today and that is why Israel cannot accept it. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 20:29:06 GMTIncitement in the Palestinian Authorityhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Incitement-in-the-Palestinian-Authority-Dec-2012.aspx"Culture of Peace and Incitement Index in the Palestinian Authority"Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:13:02 GMTIsrael Cabinet decisionshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-Cabinet-decisions-2-Dec-2012.aspxThe Palestinian Authority's one-sided step at the UN constitutes a gross violation of the agreements signed with the State of Israel; accordingly, the Government of Israel rejects the UN General Assembly decision.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:12:03 GMTStatements by PM Netanyahuhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Merkel-Press-Conference.aspxStatements by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a Press Conference with German Chancellor Angela MerkelFri, 07 Dec 2012 01:37:03 GMTIsraeli Films in the Gardenshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Hanukah.aspx3 Movies over 3 Nights at the Dell Bring your Picnic Blankets There will be Food and Drink Stalls Free Entry Mon 17 Dec - The Matchmaker Tues 18 Dec - Je T'aime, I love you terminal Wed 19 Dec - Lost IslandsSun, 16 Dec 2012 23:08:59 GMTHamas head Mashaal calls for continued resistancehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Hamas-head-Mashaal-continued-resistance.aspxKhaled Mashaal, chief of Hamas' political bureau, spoke in Gaza in praise of "the resistance" - a Palestinian code name for terrorism - and condemning Israel.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:52:38 GMTUNGA adopts Israeli-sponsored resolutionhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/UNGA-adopts-Israeli-sponsored-resolution-Entrepreneurship.aspxThe UN General Asembly adopted an Israeli-sponsored resolution on Entrepreneurship for Development in the developing world. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:53:12 GMTIsraeli leaders extend condolences to Americanshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israeli-leaders-extend-condolences-American-people.aspxOur hearts are with the bereaved families of the victims, the mourning community in Newtown, Connecticut and the people of the United States of America.Sun, 16 Dec 2012 23:12:23 GMT19/12/12 Movie Screening is going ahead!http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Film-screening-cancelled.aspxYes, it is on. We will be screening "Lost Islands" tonight at "The Dell" in Wellington's Botanic Gardens. Movie starts at 8.30pmTue, 18 Dec 2012 21:00:33 GMTPM Netanyahu meets Asian and Pacific Ambassadorshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-with-Asian-and-Pacific-ambassadors-to-Israel.aspxPM Netanyahu: Jerusalem has been the capital of the Jewish people for 3,000 years. All Israeli governments have built in Jerusalem. We're not going to change that. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 02:28:22 GMTPM Netanyahu meets with Estonian PM Andrus Ansiphttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-with-Estonian-PM-Andrus-Ansip.aspxPM Netanyahu: Forces led by Iran are trying to make their way and to seize control of areas throughout the Middle East. This creates a partnership of all those who want to assure the advance of progress, modernity and peace. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:53:45 GMTPresident Peres wishes Christians Merry Christmashttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-wishes-Christians-a-Merry-Christmas.aspxPresident Peres: “It is for me a privilege, as president of the State of Israel, to send profound wishes on behalf of all of Israel for a Happy Christmas to the whole Christian world.” Thu, 20 Dec 2012 20:56:16 GMTIsrael joins UNICEF Executive Boardhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-joins-UNICEF-Board-of-Directors.aspxThis is the third time that Israel has served on the UNICEF Executive Board.Mon, 07 Jan 2013 01:08:17 GMTPM Netanyahu meets with US Senate delegationhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-with-US-Senate-delegation.aspxPM Netanyahu: My priority, if I'm elected for a next term as Prime Minister, will be first to stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons. I think that was and remains the highest priority for both our countries. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:05:04 GMTProsor at Security Council on counter-terrorismhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Amb-Prosor-at-Security-Council-on-counter-terrorism-Jan-2013.aspxYes, we must attack terrorist infrastructure, and go after those who support and finance terrorism. However, true counter-terrorism must also begin by disrupting the ecosystem of extremism in which terror thrives.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:19:37 GMTInternational Holocaust Remembrance Day 2013http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/-International-Holocaust-Remembrance-Day-2013.aspxThe 2013 observance of the International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust is built around the theme "Rescue during the Holocaust: The Courage to Care".Tue, 22 Jan 2013 03:52:03 GMTPraise to NZ for raising Holocaust Awarenesshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/ISRAELI-AMBASSADOR-TO-NEW-ZEALAND-PRAISES-NEW-ZEALAND-FOR-RAISING-HOLOCAUST-AWARENESS.aspxWed, 27 Feb 2013 02:43:11 GMTCabinet approves status of Bedouin settlementshttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Cabinet-approves-status-Bedouin-settlements.aspxPM Netanyahu: "The goal of this historic decision is to put an end to the spread of illegal building by Negev Bedouin and lead to the better integration of the Bedouin into Israeli society."Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:45:00 GMTIsrael protests Iran deal http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-protests-Iran-deal-to-Argentinean-Ambassador.aspxMFA Deputy Director-General Itzhak Shoham conveyed Israel's astonishment and disappointment at the Argentinean government's decision to collaborate with Iran Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:43:56 GMTHRC Settlement Report is counterproductivehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/HRC-Settlement-Report-is-counterproductive-and-unfortunate.aspxThe only way to resolve all pending issues between Israel and the Palestinians is through direct negotiations without pre-conditions. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 21:35:49 GMTNetanyahu charged with forming governmenthttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/-President-Peres-charges-Benjamin-Netanyahu-with-forming-next-government.aspxRepresentatives of 82 members of the 19th Knesset recommended to me that I should task the current Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, with forming the government.Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:02:13 GMTIsrael upgrades electricity lines to Gazahttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-upgrades-electricity-lines-to-Gaza-Feb2013.aspxThe upgrading of the underground lines that supply electricity from Israel to Gaza's northern region has significantly increased the capacity of the electricity lines.Wed, 06 Feb 2013 21:36:47 GMTOpening session of the 19th Knessethttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Opening-session-19th-Knesset.aspxThe 19th Knesset opened in a special session attended by President Shimon Peres, at which the 120 MKs declared allegiance to the State of Israel. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 20:00:18 GMTPM Netanyahu's statement on the Burgas bombinghttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu's-statement-on-the-investigation-into-the-terrorist-bombing-in-Burgas.aspxPM Netanyahu: The attack in Burgas was an attack on European soil against a member country of the EU. We hope that the Europeans draw the necessary conclusions as to the true character of Hezbollah. Sun, 10 Feb 2013 21:34:11 GMTIsraeli statement to UN on Social Developmenthttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israeli-statement-to-UN-Commission-for-Social-Development-Feb2013.aspx"The secret of Israel's success can be summarized in two words: empowered people."Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:20:28 GMTPresident Peres: Resignation of Pope Benedict XVIhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-resignation-Pope-Benedict-XVI.aspxUnder his leadership the Vatican has been a clear voice against racism and anti-Semitism and a clear voice for peace. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:03:59 GMTAmb Prosor addresses the UN Security Councilhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Amb-Prosor-at-UN-Security-Council-Feb-2013.aspxHezbollah remains conspicuously absent from the European Union's list of recognized terrorist organizations. Hezbollah's sole purpose - its raison d'etre - is to commit terrorist acts both inside and outside the Middle East.Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:30:07 GMTGovernment budget outcome report 2012http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Government-budget-outcome-report-2012.aspxBank of Israel report: Budget deficit in 2012 4.2 percent of GDP, compared with a target of 2.0 percent of GDP Sun, 17 Feb 2013 20:39:20 GMTPresident Peres met with US delegationhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-met-with-a-delegation-of-US-Senators-and-Congressmen.aspxPresident Peres: “It is time to return to the peace process. The Prime Minister repeated his commitment to the two state solution. There is no other solution if you want peace but to enable the Palestinians to have a demilitarized state of their own.” Mon, 18 Feb 2013 20:03:12 GMTPM Netanyahu sends letter to Pope Benedict XVIhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-sends-letter-to-Pope-Benedict-XVI.aspxPM Netanyahu: “On behalf of the people of Israel, I want to thank you for all you have done as Pope to strengthen relations between Christians and Jews and between the Vatican and the Jewish State.” Tue, 19 Feb 2013 21:14:07 GMTPM Netanyahu meets with US Senator Marco Rubiohttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-with-US-Senator--Marco-.aspxPM Netanyahu: “I appreciate the tremendous support of the American people, bipartisan support for our security and our quest for peace.” Sun, 24 Feb 2013 20:12:04 GMTPeres to EU: Hezbollah a terrorist organizationhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-to-EU-Hezbollah-a-terrorist-organization.aspxThe time has come for every country in the world, and especially the European Union, to add Hezbollah to its list of terror organizations.Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:52:43 GMTPM Netanyahu holds security consultations http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-holds-security-consultations-.aspxPM Netanyahu: "I welcome the successful test of the Arrow-3 missile; it expresses the high technological and security abilities of the State of Israel, the defense industries, the Defense Ministry and our cooperation with the US." Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:00:13 GMTNetanyahu meets with Sri Lanka Ext. Affairs Min.http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-meets-with-Sri-Lanka-External-Affairs-Min--Prof--G-L--Peiris.aspxPM Netanyahu: Iran continues to defy all international standards, and I believe this requires the international community to ratchet up its sanctions. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:20:51 GMTAutopsy on Palestinian detainee Arafat Jaradathttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Autopsy-on-Palestinian-detainee-Arafat-Jaradat.aspxHealth Ministry statement on the microscopy and toxicology findings on Arafat Jaradat, Palestinian detainee who died in custody on Feb 23, 2013Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:00:52 GMTThe Gaza Strip – Economic Updatehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/The-Gaza-Strip-–-Economic-Update.aspxPress Release: Embassy of IsraelThu, 28 Feb 2013 20:12:05 GMTPresident Peres on state visit to European Unionhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-on-state-visit-to-European-Union-.aspxMarch 6: "The EU can help us in putting an end to terror by condemning Hamas because they are the center of terror, the same for Hezbollah."Thu, 07 Mar 2013 20:09:25 GMTPresident Peres meets with US Under Sec of Statehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-meets-with-US-Under-Sec-of-State.aspxPeres: "I remain convinced that President Obama will do all he can to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons."Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:24:46 GMTPM Netanyahu Responds to Turkish PM Erdogan's Stathttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-Responds-to-Turkish-PM-Erdogan's-Statement.aspxPress Release: Embassy of IsraelWed, 06 Mar 2013 20:43:56 GMTPresident Peres Called Upon EU To Proscribe Hezbolhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-Called-Upon-EU-To-Proscribe-Hezbollah.aspxPresident Peres Called Upon The European Union To Proscribe Hezbollah As A Terrorist Organization (Communicated by the Spokesperson to the President)Thu, 07 Mar 2013 20:13:39 GMTAmb Prosor addresses UN Commission on Womenhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Amb-Prosor-UN-Commission-Status-Women-Mar2013.aspxGender-based violence is a global pandemic. Israel is also committed to ending the cycle of violence against women beyond its borders.Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:01:33 GMTAddress by Pres Peres to the European Parliamenthttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Address-President-Peres-European-Parliament-Mar2013.aspxI propose to the European Union and Israel to cooperate for the benefit of stability and prosperity in the Middle East, and the developing world at large.Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:00:55 GMTObama and Netanyahu visit the Israel Museumhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Obama-Netanyahu-visit-museum.aspxPrime Minister Netanyahu showed President Obama a series of technological products of the Israeli high-tech industries, which show the technological face of the State of Israel. Mon, 08 Apr 2013 23:50:56 GMTPM Netanyahu speaks with Turkish PM Erdoganhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Netanyahu-speaks-with-Erdogan.aspxPrime Minister Netanyahu expressed Israel's apology to the Turkish people for any mistakes that might have led to the loss of life or injury following the Mavi Marmara incidentWed, 27 Mar 2013 20:38:29 GMTSpeech by President Peres at Yad Vashemhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-speech-at-Holocaust-Remembrance-Day.aspx“The history of the Holocaust is not just a lesson from the past, it is also a lesson for the future. That we will know to defend ourselves against dangers and intercept them before time.”Tue, 09 Apr 2013 21:59:57 GMTHolocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Day http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Holocaust-Remembrance-Day.aspxDefiance and Rebellion during the Holocaust: 70 Years Since the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:59:12 GMTPeres meets with Secretary Kerryhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-meets-with-Secretary-of-State-Kerry.aspxPresident Peres: “From the ashes of the Holocaust, we re-built the Jewish State with the capacity to defend ourselves, the energy to rebuild our land and with the heritage of justice for all."Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:34:09 GMTNetanyahu meets Kerry in Jerusalemhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Netanyahu-Kerry-meet-in-Jerusalem.aspxSecretary Kerry: Iran cannot have and will not have a nuclear weapon. The United States of America has made clear that we are serious, we are open to negotiation, but it is not an open-ended, endless negotiation. Sun, 14 Apr 2013 21:38:24 GMTIsrael celebrates 65 years of independencehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Israel-celebrates-65-years-of-independence.aspxRemembrance Day for the Fallen of Israel's Wars and Israel Independence Day Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:38:06 GMTPresident Peres at the Rememberence Day ceremonyhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-remarks-at-opening-ceremony0415-6473.aspxPresident Peres at the opening of the commemoration ceremony of Remembrance Day for Fallen of Israel's Wars and Victims of TerrorismTue, 16 Apr 2013 22:37:18 GMTPM Netanyahu's Independence Day messagehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Netanyahus-Independence-Day-message.aspxOn Independence Day we look to the future with confidence. I believe in Israel's strength, its spirit, its capabilities.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:33:15 GMTIsrael responds to the bombings in Bostonhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Response-to-Boston-bombings0418-7660.aspxPresident Peres and PM Netanyahu sent their condolences to the victims and their families of the terrorist attack on the Boston marathon. Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:58:36 GMTForeign Minister of Azerbaijan to visit Israelhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Foreign-Minister-of-Azerbaijan-to-visit-Israel.aspxThe discussions with FM Mammadyarov will focus on improving bilateral relations in the political, economic, energy, trade and cultural areas. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:25:30 GMTPresident Peres and WHO DG Dr. Chanhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-meets-WHO-DG-Dr-Chan.aspxDr. Margaret Chan came to Israel on a historic first visit by a WHO Director-General.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:01:29 GMTPresident Peres meets with US Defense Secy. Hagelhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-meets-with-US-Defense-Secy-Hagel.aspxPresident Peres held a diplomatic-security working meeting with US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:12:54 GMTPresident Peres meets Spanish FM Garcia-Margallohttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-meets-Spanish-FM-Garcia-Margallo.aspxPeres: "I want to express my appreciation for your capture of two Al-Qaeda affiliated terrorists. You saved the lives of many innocent people and demonstrated to terrorists that they will not be able to operate freely."Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:21:45 GMTPresident Peres opens Nazareth industrial parkhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-opens-industrial-high-tech-park-in-Nazareth-23-Apr-2013.aspxThe new high-tech industrial park in Nazareth in the Galilee "is the best statement for coexistence between Jews and Arabs."Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:24:00 GMTPresident Peres to visit the Vatican http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-to-visit-Vatican.aspxDuring the visit President Peres will meet with the new Pope, hold a series of diplomatic meetings with the President and Prime Minister of Italy, and take part in a ceremony in the city of Assisi. Thu, 02 May 2013 02:41:11 GMTPresident Peres meets Pope Francis and Italian PM http://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/President-Peres-meets-Pope-Francis-and-Italian-PM-Letta.aspxYour appointment as Pope is a welcome message to the whole world. Your leadership is characterized by humility, the pursuit of peace and not by force. Sun, 05 May 2013 21:54:16 GMTMinistry of Finance and Microsoft sign MOUhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Ministry-of-Finance-and-Microsoft-sign-MOU.aspxICT in Israel is one of the most advanced in the world. The agreement with Microsoft is an additional link connecting Israel to the global world. Wed, 08 May 2013 21:33:22 GMTPM Netanyahu in Shanghaihttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/PM-Netanyahu-in-Shanghai.aspxIsrael is not as big as China. But we manufacture more intellectual property than any other country in the world in relation to its sizeSun, 19 May 2013 21:57:03 GMTPM Netanyahu meets with Russian President Putinhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Netanyahu-meets-with-President-Putin.aspxPM Netanyahu: “The region around us is very stormy, unstable and explosive. I am pleased to have this opportunity to try and consider together how to stabilize the region and look for ways to bring security and stability.”Tue, 21 May 2013 21:39:03 GMTPres.Peres and PM Netanyahu meet FM Westerwellehttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-and-Netanyahu-meet-FM-Westerwelle-17-May-20130521-9570.aspxPeres: "The Arab peace initiative shows a strategic shift in the Arab world, a shift from a support for war to a support for peace." Netanyahu: "I am doing whatever is needed to protect the security of the citizens of Israel."Thu, 23 May 2013 21:01:19 GMTPresident Peres meets Lithuanian FM Linkevikiushttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Peres-meets-Lithuanian-FM-21-May-2013.aspxPresident Peres: “Today it is clear to everyone that there is no better option than two states for two peoples.”Wed, 22 May 2013 21:50:29 GMTThe 4th Global Forum for Combating Anti-Semitismhttp://www.israelemb.org/wellington/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Forum-for-Combating-Anti-Semitism-23-May-2013.aspxTen working groups will convene between 28th May to 30th May to develop a work plan to combat anti-SemitismThu, 23 May 2013 20:58:56 GMT