President Peña was joined by senior KKL-JNF officials, led by Yitzhak Vaknin, KKL-JNF Co-Chairman, as he planted the tree, symbolizing the strengthening of ties between Israel and Paraguay. The visit underscores the warm relationship between the two nations and expresses Paraguay's solidarity with Israel during these challenging times. It also reflects the mutual desire to enhance cooperation across various fields.
In his remarks, President Santiago Peña Falcón said: "May this tree grow strong and live long, a living symbol of the shared history between our countries, the bonds of friendship we have forged, and our mutual commitment to the values we hold dear".
Yitzhak Vaknin, KKL-JNF Co-Chairman, stated: "It is a great honor to host the President of Paraguay in planting a tree on Israeli soil, marking his arrival for the opening of Paraguay’s embassy in Jerusalem. The President, accompanied by a distinguished delegation of ministers and parliamentarians from Paraguay, has made this emotional occasion a true reflection of the deep connection between our countries. KKL-JNF will continue its historic role in preserving and developing Israeli nature, serving as a source of knowledge in this field for many nations. The President is a true friend, and we stand by him in his efforts to promote friendship between our nations."