×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Home To Bold Columnists
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Israeli envoy defends project ahead of Netanyahu visit

Israeli Ambassador Yahel Vilan during an interview on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit. [PHOTO: DAVID GICHURU/Standard]

The Israeli Government has defended the controversial Galana-Kulalu irrigation project, saying it is highly viable but needs time.

Israeli Ambassador Yahel Vilan yesterday asked the National Assembly Committee on Livestock and Agriculture to support the project that was aimed at boosting the country’s food security.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in