Through his commitment, Melloul will contribute to strengthening the region’s international standing
The Haifa Bay Authorities have announced the appointment of Frank Melloul as Ambassador of the Cluster, with the mission of defining and leading its international public diplomacy strategy.
As part of this mission, Frank Melloul will bring his international expertise, strategic vision and recognized experience to support the positioning of the Haifa Bay Authorities.
Through his commitment, he will contribute to strengthening the region’s international standing, promoting its dynamism, and supporting the advancement of the territory’s strategic objectives.
Pivotal moment
This appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the region, as the Abraham Accords and the IMEC economic corridor (India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor) are opening new opportunities for regional, economic and geopolitical cooperation. The geographical position of Haifa Bay and northern Israel gives the region significant potential to serve as a central hub within this corridor.
“It is with a deep sense of honor that I accept this mission. Becoming the Ambassador of the Haifa Bay Authorities, at this particular moment in the region’s history, represents a unique responsibility. We are living through a historic turning point, stated Melloul on his appointment.
“We are delighted to welcome Frank Melloul and to count on his expertise for this major mission. Positioning the Haifa Bay Authorities at the heart of the region’s emerging geoeconomic dynamics is a key priority in our roadmap. Our diverse and multicultural territory provides a strong foundation for developing innovative partnership models on a global scale,” affirmed Aharon Azulay, CEO, Haifa Bay Authorities.
Regional coordination
Created in 2019, the Haifa Bay Authorities bring together 18 local authorities representing nearly 840,000 residents. The Cluster acts as a platform for regional coordination and action in key areas such as infrastructure, transportation, economic development, energy, sustainability and social services.
Among its initiatives, the Haifa Bay Authorities established a Forum through which, in cooperation with the Galilee and Valleys Cluster and the Kinneret and Valleys Cluster, they bring together a regional network of 52 Jewish and Arab local authorities, embodying a unique model of regional cooperation and coexistence, the press statement concluded.
