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The Israeli Consul General Israel Bachar indicated that Israel's Minister of Defense may visit Arizona next month. During his visit to the Arizona State Capitol, Bachar highlighted Israel's interest in investing in Arizona to enhance its military defense industry and noted the state's billion-dollar trade partnership with Israel.

He mentioned potential cooperation in semiconductor technologies, software development, and artificial intelligence. Bachar also met with Arizona House Speaker Steve Montenegro to discuss antisemitism and the importance of communities addressing unfair criticism of Israel. Despite geopolitical tensions, Bachar reaffirmed that the U.S. remains a strong partner to Israel, emphasizing shared values.