DHS Secretary Napolitano Visits Israel for Strategic Talks
David Streeter — May 24, 2012 – 11:21 am | Foreign Policy | Israel Comments (1) Add a commentSecretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano visited Israel this week for a number of strategic talks with high-level Israeli officials.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said in a press release recapping the first day of her trip:
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano ... traveled to Jerusalem where she met with Israeli President Shimon Peres and other Israeli officials to discuss security-related issues, and signed a Joint Statement on the implementation of the Global Entry trusted traveler program for Israeli citizens with Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman.
‘This agreement is part of the United States’ strong and enduring partnership with Israel, dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of both our countries,’ said Secretary Napolitano. ‘Global Entry will expedite the customs and security process for trusted Israeli air travelers arriving in the United States, while maintaining the highest standards of security.’
DHS said in a press release summarizing her second day in Israel:
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano ... concluded her visit to Israel, delivering remarks on the Department’s collaboration with international partners to combat terrorism and facilitate trade and travel at the International Institute for Counter-Terrorism, and meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials to discuss security-related issues.
‘The United States remains steadfastly committed to Israel’s security. The bonds between our two nations are unshakeable, lasting and critical to both our peoples,’ said Secretary Napolitano.
During her remarks, Secretary Napolitano underscored the importance of partnering with Israel to address shared challenges - from preventing terrorism to securing the global supply chain to preparing for and recovering from natural disasters….
Secretary Napolitano also met with Minister of Defense Ehud Barak and Minister of Home Front Defense Matan Vilani to discuss cooperation and recent progress on issues related to information sharing, global supply chain security, aviation security and emergency management.
Click here or below to watch a video with more information about Napolitano’s visit to Israel.
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Secretary Napolitano already did excellent job as a head of DHS…
I believe that the most important for Israel is to get full international recognition of there borders and that Jewish people live in PERMANENT peace, security and prosperity. Bipartisan support in Congress to Israel , already show traditional unbreakable bonds between this two countries, as a friends and Alleys.
“ No ally is more important than the state of Israel… THIS administration has done more for the security of the state of Israel than any previous administration… We don’t compromise when it comes to Israel’s security… and that will continue…I said that America’s commitment to Israel’s security is unshakeable, our friendship with Israel is enduring, and that Israel must be recognized. ”- Pr. Obama;