Overview

• Berlin and Tel Aviv have agreed to establish a sister city partnership, formalizing their long-standing relationship.
• The partnership will be officially signed during Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai's visit to Berlin on May 5, 2025.
• The initiative seeks to address rising antisemitism through cultural and human exchange between the two cities.
• Berlin acknowledges its historical responsibility stemming from the Holocaust and commits to protecting Jewish life and fostering ties with Israel.
• The partnership enjoys broad political support in Berlin and aligns with the CDU-SPD coalition agreement.