Herzog honors outgoing Australian Zionist leader Jeremy Leibler
At a farewell reception for outgoing ZFA president Jeremy Leibler, Herzog praised his leadership, while former ambassador Amir Maimon recalled tensions with Canberra and rising antisemitism.
President Isaac Herzog honored outgoing Australian Zionist leader Jeremy Leibler at a farewell reception in Jerusalem's President's Residence. Jeremy Leibler, who led the Zionist Federation of Australia for eight years, is stepping down after serving the organization with distinction. Among those present at the event were President Herzog, former Ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon, Israeli Ambassador to Australia Neil Hawkins, Jewish Agency Chairman Doron Almog, and other representatives from Jewish organizations.
Maimon praised Leibler's wisdom during a difficult period of antisemitism in Australia, noting that his courage contributed to a successful state visit by Herzog to Australia in February 2024. Almog commended Leibler's determination to remain a strong presence in the Jewish community, while also praising his love for the Jewish people and the State of Israel.
Herzog, speaking of Leibler's remarkable leadership qualities, said, "You say what you mean. You were very clear about bringing me to Australia. It was very impressive... You are truly an asset to the Jewish people." Herzog also highlighted the importance of people like Leibler in Israel's Voice of the People initiative.
In his final remarks, Leibler expressed his newfound understanding of Israel's security relying on Jewish solidarity and the importance of effective communication with people of differing views. Leibler will be speaking at The Jerusalem Post Conference in Sydney on November 19, alongside his father, who is the incoming president of the Zionist Federation of Australia.
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