Avi Haliva Appointed Chairman of Israel's Metro Authority After 18 Months Vacancy

Avi Haliva has been appointed as the new chairman of Israel's Metro Authority, filling a key leadership role that had been vacant for a year and a half. The selection was made by a four-member committee, which included Moshe Ben Zaken, the Director General of the Ministry of Transportation. Haliva currently serves as the Head of the Senior Division for Government Ministries and Affiliated Units at the Civil Service Commission. The chairman position is critical for overseeing the complex and costly metro project. Other candidates considered for the role included Ofer Malka, former Director General of the Ministry of Transportation; Asheret David, Deputy Accountant General; Shila Adler; and Tamir Cohen. Further details about the appointment and the project are expected to be provided later.