Dominican Republic honors Israeli envoy Raslan Abu Rukun with Order of Merit

Dominican Republic's Minister of Foreign Affairs Roberto Álvarez presented the Order of Merit of Duarte, Sánchez and Mella (Grand Cross Silver Plaque) to Israeli ambassador Raslan Abu Rukun as his diplomatic mission concluded.

The award, issued by President Luis Abinader through decree 488‑26, recognized Abu Rukun's contributions to strengthening bilateral relations, including cooperation in technology, education, agriculture, water management, sustainable development and work with Israel's Agency for International Development (MASHAV). The ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was attended by officials such as Housing Minister Víctor Bisonó and several vice‑ministers.