Deputy Foreign Minister, MK Sharan Haskel, will hold a series of meetings in South Sudan today, including with the country's President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The meetings will focus on deepening cooperation in health, education, technology, agriculture and energy, promoting joint initiatives in civil and security development, strengthening regional cooperation and exploring possibilities for Israeli humanitarian aid in light of the challenges the country faces due to the war in neighboring Sudan. Meanwhile, Israel is conducting negotiations with the country regarding the acceptance of Palestinian displaced persons from the Gaza Strip.

