Former envoy to UN, Likud minister Erdan named global president of Magen David Adom

Former Israeli ambassador to the United Nations and Likud minister Gilad Erdan has been tapped as the next global president of the Magen David Adom Israeli emergency service.

“In this role, he will promote the emergency medical and blood services activities of the organization and represent it on the international stage, as well as advocate on behalf of MDA at international forums and other global events,” MDA says in a statement.

Erdan completed his role as ambassador to the UN last month.

He branded MDA as “the backbone of Israel’s resilience” in a statement issued by the group announcing his appointment. “The IDF is charged with protecting the borders. Magen David Adom is charged with protecting the people inside those borders, including wounded soldiers.”

“Magen David Adom plays a key role in strengthening the national resilience in the face of attacks by Hezbollah and Iran, as well as the threat of a regional war. The immediate result of a better prepared Magen David Adom is even greater protection for the citizens of Israel,” he adds.