Christianity was born in the Middle East. Yet, many of the communities that have lived there for centuries are disappearing.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar establishes a dedicated working group, headed by Ambassador George Deek, Israel's Special Envoy to the Christian World, to strengthen dialogue with churches and Christian leaders worldwide and lead Israel's preparations for the arrival of millions of Christian pilgrims.

On the evening of June 1, the Consulate of Israel in Shanghai held its annual Independence Day reception to celebrate the 78th anniversary of the State of Israel. Guests from various sectors gathered in Shanghai to commemorate the occasion and reflect on the growing ties between China and Israel.

On January 27, 2026, a ceremony was held at the Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum to mark the United Nations International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Diplomats, officials, and descendants of survivors gathered to honor the victims and reaffirm a collective commitment to safeguarding historical truth and opposing hatred.