I’ve learned a lot from Invest Like the Best. So it was an honor - and a lot of fun - to join Patrick in Connecticut to talk about Affinity, politics and more… (Link in bio)
Ivanka and I are saddened by the loss of Rabbi Kogan, who was senselessly murdered to stop the historic bridges he was building between Jews and Muslims in the UAE. The success of his work, in partnership with the bold and positive vision of the Emirati government, has been a shining light in the world and a strong counter to the history of division.
Before World War 2, Jews and Muslims lived together throughout the Middle East in harmony for many centuries, celebrating their shared values, and the UAE is leading us back to that time.
In the UAE, people of all faiths and backgrounds thrive together in an environment of mutual understanding and respect. Ivanka and I will be donating $1 million to the Chabad of UAE and will redouble our efforts to work with the Jewish community and the country’s leadership to build a resilient, vibrant Jewish community in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. We welcome others to join us in this effort.
The constant scapegoating of Israel and the Jewish people benefits no one, other than inept leaders who use hatred to deflect from their own shortcomings. It’s time for the world to channel its collective energy to uplift our shared goals and ambitions.
To all who wish to aggravate these historic divides, know that your efforts only strengthen the resolve of the Jewish community to contribute to societies that respect and welcome us. History has shown that those who embrace the Jewish people benefit, and those who persecute the Jewish people ultimately face spectacular defeat.
Let us come together from all faiths to pick up where Rabbi Kogan left off and bring his work, and the work of those building the UAE into a thriving destination of tolerance, bridge building and mutual benefit, to new heights.
These are some new renderings of our future project in Belgrade.
I just visited and was impressed by the vibrancy and development of the city.
A few fun facts:
Serbia’s 4.7% GDP growth in Q1 of this year was the fastest GDP growth in the EuroZone.
Since 2019, tourism in Serbia has increased 79%.
Belgrade now has 22 Michelin-recommended restaurants and is hosting Expo 2027.
Serbia has been a strong supporter of Israel, especially during this recent conflict.
This development will advance Belgrade on its path to a very bright future while honoring its past by including a memorial to the 1999 bombing, along with a museum to commemorate the history of the building.
Belgrade’s talent pool, financial stability, infrastructure, and quality of life make the city an incredibly exciting destination.
Živeli!
Excited to share some early design images for development projects we have been creating for the Albanian coast and downtown Belgrade. @nytimes@bloombergbusiness
Two weeks ago, I had an engaging discussion with students and faculty at the @harvardkennedyschool on the conflict in the Middle East, and the need for open intellectual discourse on American college campuses.
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My remarks today on the state of antisemitism at the @adl_national annual convention. I appreciate their recognition of the positive impact the Abraham Accords have played to combat anti-semitism and bring stability to the world.
“I believe that a small fraction of anti-semitism comes from evil intent, a larger fraction from opportunists, and the largest fraction by far comes from ignorance.
To make progress we must engage to eliminate the evil, outmaneuver the opportunists and educate the ignorant.”
Ivanka and I traveled to Israel to bear witness.
It’s important to see with one’s own eyes the lingering effects of the barbaric and unspeakable acts of October 7.
We met with families of those that were kindnapped, including some still in Gaza. We met with several political leaders who are committed to building lasting solutions to intractable problems. With determination, trust, pragmatism and creativity, the previously unthinkable can be accomplished.
We will pray that the coalition for peace, prosperity, respect and understanding will prevail and create a bright and exciting future for humanity.
“If we can contain Iran, we can contain the resources they have to cause trouble” - This morning, I joined @MariaBartiromo to discuss the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
I joined former Italian Prime Minister @matteorenzi this morning at #FII7 to discuss conflict and opportunity in the Middle East. The Abraham Accords are needed now more than ever.
