Robert Singer

The author is the CEO and executive vice president of the World Jewish Congress, the international organization representing more than 100 Jewish communities on six continents.

UNITED NATIONS Secretary-General Antonio Guterres smiles while speaking with Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer inside 10 Downing Street in central London, Britain, January 16, 2026.

Dear Antonio Guterres: Fairness, Israel, and the legacy of your UN - opinion

Foreign workers in the construction industry with Eldad Nitzan, chairman of the foreign manpower corporations.

Israel’s most overlooked online ambassadors are already here - opinion

 Iran and Israel flags on geopolitical map.

Israelis believe in peace with the Iranian people - opinion


When sport takes a stand: Why the fight against antisemitism cannot wait - opinion

As antisemitism surges across Europe and beyond, a powerful moment in Munich shows how sport can draw a clear moral line against hatred, and lead where others have fallen silent.

53rd memorial ceremony of the Munich Olympics victims, September 17, 2025

Economic recovery must be Israel’s priority for 2026 - opinion

Israel has proven it can survive and endure. The task of 2026 is to ensure it can thrive and flourish, not despite the past two years, but because it chose to rebuild wisely after them.

 Israel flag with stock market finance, economy trend graph digital technology.

Israel, Cyprus partnership paves path towards prosperity - opinion

In a region where alliances shift with dizzying speed, the Israel-Cyprus partnership stands out as a stable, pragmatic, and forward-looking relationship.

CYPRIOT PRESIDENT Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet in Nicosia in September 2023. The Israel-Cyprus partnership is a stable, pragmatic, and forward-looking relationship, says the writer.

AI, smart classrooms, can revolutionize Israel's education system, smart learning - opinion

We need our technology sector to step up – not just to sell products but to initiate collaboration on educational solutions with long-term impact.

A WORLD ORT delegation, including the writer (middle, dressed in black), visits Tirat Carmel in 2008 for the launch of the Smart Classes initiative.

Allies in waiting: Israelis and Iranians are not enemies - opinion

When the day comes that they can speak and act freely, Israelis will be ready to greet them not as adversaries, but as partners in building a more peaceful, prosperous, and free Middle East.

 Supporters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran gather to protest against the death penalty in their home country and for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to be declared a "terrorist organisation", in Berlin, Germany, November 14, 2024.

Israeli CSOs: Ambassadors for peace, partnership to the Muslim world - opinion

These organizations can play an instrumental role in facilitating dialogue, fostering collaboration, and reshaping Israel’s global image and its relationships in the Muslim world.

(L-R): Albanian Education and Sports Ortega Manastirliu, CJI's chairman Robert singer, Albanian Health Minister Albana Kociu

Why Israel must shift from global forums to stronger bilateral ties – opinion

With anti-Israel sentiment dominating global institutions, direct alliances may be Israel’s best strategy for security and diplomacy.

 FOREIGN MINISTER Gideon Sa’ar shakes hands with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani at the end of a joint news conference in Rome; illustrative..

Israeli public opinion is at a crossroads, we must pick the right path - opinion

There is a general mood that the future is brighter than the immediate past, bringing unique opportunities to chart a positive momentum. 

 Israelis protest for the release of Israelis held hostage in the Gaza Strip near Yokneam, northern Israel, November 30, 2024.

New immigrants aren't statistics: They're an essential part of Israel's growth - opinion

Each oleh contributes not only to our workforce but also enriches our society with diverse perspectives, skills, and entrepreneurial spirit. 

 THE ANIÈRES MECHINA scholarship program creates pathways for young, Jewish olim from challenging economic backgrounds to become leading engineers in Israel.

Post-war challenges: Rebuilding trust and vision in Israel’s future - opinion

As Israel emerges victorious in its military conflict, the real challenge lies in facing domestic concerns. With 71% of Israelis pessimistic about their future and growing mistrust in the state.

 Demonstrators protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the current Israeli government and for the release of Israelis held hostage in the Gaza Strip outside Hakirya Base in Tel Aviv, July 7, 2024. Tomer Neuberg/Flash90