Cities partnership Spandau-Ashdod: Mayor Lasri as a guest!

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This week Spandau was the host of an important delegation from the Israeli twin town of Aschdod. From September 9th to 11th, 2024, Mayor Yehiel Lasri, Vice Mayor Shimon Katznelson and the consultant for foreign affairs, Aryella Rosenthal, welcomed. The visit followed the journey of district mayor Frank Lobig to Israel in May and shows the continuous endeavor to deepen the long -term town twinning.

The visit began with a warm welcome by district mayor Frank Werwig and several district councilors in the town hall of Spandau. It was a special moment when the importance and value of this partnership that has existed since 1968. On this occasion, Mayor Lasri expressed his conviction that the exchange between the cities of both countries promotes and enriches mutual understanding.

program points and highlights

The program for the delegation was diverse and built up on the topics that are important for both cities. A visit to the historical citadel not only gave the guests an insight into the history of Spandau, but also the opportunity to experience the cultural highlights of the region. A visit to the memorial on the banks of the Linden was also part of the program to promote the culture of memory.

Another highlight was the exchange with the "medical regiment 1 leadership area Berlin" of the Bundeswehr. Such encounters promote military cooperation and international dialogue. The delegation also had the opportunity to visit the local ice cream factory Florida, which gave Spandau's business. In addition, a meeting with the Governing Mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner, took place in the Red City Hall, which further increased the bridge to the capital.

These visits are not only symbolic, they also offer an opportunity to build personal relationships between those responsible and the population. Such direct contacts are important to promote trust and cooperation.

"The partnership between Spandau and Aschdod is an important pillar of our international cooperation," said district mayor Frank Luby. "The exchange with our friends from Israel enriches our district in a variety of ways and strengthens mutual understanding. I am very happy about the visit of Mayor Lasri and his delegation."

In the future, new contacts between the citizens of both cities are to be funded. Student exchange and sports programs are planned to support intercultural dialogue. Such initiatives are crucial to establish a deeper connection between people and to keep the partnership alive.

The delegation thanked for the hospitality in Spandau, and those responsible in the district office are looking forward to a successful continuation of the joint projects and the exchange between the cities of Aschdod and Spandau. You can find more information here .