Yehuda Lancry
Yehuda Lancry – Career and Achievements
Yehuda Lancry is an Israeli diplomat, politician, and writer. He served as the mayor of Shelomi (1983-1992) before being appointed Israel’s Ambassador to France (1992-1995). He later became a Member and Deputy Speaker of the Knesset (1996-1999) and subsequently served as Israel’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations (1999-2002).
An expert in diplomacy and international relations, he currently serves as President of the Israel-Morocco Chamber of Commerce and Industry and is a member of the Advisory Council to the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations.
Holding a PhD in French literature, Yehuda Lancry has authored several books and articles on literature, diplomacy, and family affairs. His contributions have earned him prestigious honors, including the rank of Commandeur de la Légion d’honneur from French President Jacques Chirac (1995) and the title of Officer in the Order of the Throne of the Kingdom of Morocco, awarded by King Mohammed VI (2008).
