A delegation of B’nai B’rith Canada officials participating in its leadership mission expressed the hope that Spain would open diplomatic ties with Israel in “the not too distant future.”
“We join with those within domestic Spanish circles who expressed confidence that when the national interests determines the right moment for ambassadorial exchanges with Israel in the not too distant future, the action will be justified not only in increased trade relations with Israel and the West but also a drawing together in mutual respect and cooperation with world Jewry,” the delegation said in a statement.
The statement was issued by Alan Borden and Frank Diamond, B’nai B’rith Canada president and executive vice president, respectively, as the delegation celebrated Purim at the Madrid synagogue. The delegation is scheduled to travel to Israel after meetings in Spain with Canadian officials and Spanish governmental authorities.
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