MINISTER OF INTERIOR WELCOME

Distinguished Guests,

On behalf of the Ministry of Interior I welcome this festive opportunity to acknowledge the role of Local Government in providing the significant body of services to the community and meeting the challenges involved.

Local Government is one of the most basic tenets of democracy, it is vital for the operational arm of every country.
I believe that an international meeting of decision-makers, high rank professional and elected officials, will definitely contribute to the understanding of the capabilities and advantages as well as benefits in the field – thus giving us all the tools of knowledge.

The 60th. Anniversary of the State of Israel is a celebration of the day-to-day field work of Local Authorities.

We will certainly be delighted to show you our small but very beautiful country, with its diversity and people, hoping that you will return to your own cities with special memories of a time well spent.

I personally started my political life as a Mayor and consider the local authorities as a base for national leadership.

On behalf of the Ministry of Interior, it is my privilege to invite you to join us in this important event. I invite you to share our achievements and to learn of diversified prospective programs for the future.

Shalom,

MEIR SHEETRIT
Minister of Interior
Israel