Nikki Haley, American ambassador to the United Nations is expected to arrive in Israel this Wednesday. President Trump’s visit to Israel marked a shift in tone for the American administration in relation to Israel. Nikki Haley’s itinerary parallels Trump’s as she is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu, President Rivlin, and officials from the Palestinian Authority. Her visit can reflect how Trump’s administration plans to implement their strategies for the region. Haley has been vocal in her support of Israel in the UN, even threatening that the US would leave the UNHRC, citing bias against Israel.
Professor Gabriela Shalev, Israeli ambassador to the UN 2008-10, and current law professor at the Ono Academic College, will discuss the significance of Haley’s visit for the implementation of the American policies. In addition. she will address the significance of Haley’s visit, the Israel US relationship in the UN, and what it is like to be a female UN ambassador.
