Netanyahu meets with Iowa governor to discuss agricultural cooperation
Prime minister says he regularly hosts US state officials to boost Israel's bipartisan support
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Republican Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds on Wednesday in Jerusalem.
During the meeting, the two discussed economic cooperation, especially in agricultural technology. In addition, Reynolds signed a declaration of support for the State of Israel on its 75-year anniversary of independence to reaffirm the developing ties and friendship between the Iowa and Jewish state.
In the declaration, Israel was recognized for its successful democracy and its accomplishments in security and innovation. It also included a statement condemning antisemitism and acts of terrorism against Israel.
During their meeting, Reynolds articulate her admiration for Israel’s resilience and creativity, and invited Netanyahu to visit Iowa.
Prime Minister Netanyahu thanked Reynolds for her unreserved support for Israel.
Israeli National Security Council Director Tzachi Hanegbi attended the meeting, along with Netanyahu's Chief-of-Staff Herzi Halevi, Netanyahu's foreign policy advisor and the director-general of the Prime Minister's Office.
Governor Reynolds posted a message about the visit on social media.
It was an honor meeting again with PM @Netanyahu to discuss our trade relationship and reaffirm Iowa’s unwavering support of Israel as it celebrates 75 years as an independent nation! pic.twitter.com/jDyaxswLHW
— Gov. Kim Reynolds (@IAGovernor) June 28, 2023
Reynolds is currently traveling on an overseas trade mission, making stops in Italy and Kosovo before coming to Israel.
Earlier this year, Netanyahu also received a visit from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who was in Israel to give a keynote speech at the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem.
“I meet with every American representative; governor, senator, members of Congress,” Netanyahu said at the time.
He denied any political bias in such meetings, saying, “I think it’s my job, and it’s important for Israel’s bipartisan support in the United States.”
The All Israel News Staff is a team of journalists in Israel.
