Title: Director of Government Companies Authority Accuses Minister of Ignoring Updates on State Companies Amidst Fighting
Date: [Current Date]
The Director of the Government Companies Authority, Michal Rosenbaum, has sent a letter to Minister Dodi Amsalem, accusing him of ignoring her appeals and preventing crucial updates on the state of government companies during the ongoing conflict. In the letter, Rosenbaum claims that Amsalem did not permit her to share information about the risks these companies face and even excluded her from Ministry of Finance meetings. However, sources close to Amsalem have denied these allegations, stating that the minister has invited Rosenbaum to a meeting with the authority’s management scheduled for tomorrow.
In her letter, Rosenbaum highlights the significance of government companies, including the Electric Company, Mekorot, seaports, Israel Railways, and defense industries, especially during times of war. She emphasizes that these companies are responsible for essential services and critical infrastructure within the State of Israel. Rosenbaum stresses the urgency of presenting the significant and critical information regarding these companies to decision-makers at this crucial hour.
Rosenbaum reveals that she had initially requested to update Minister Amsalem on the current state, preparedness, challenges, and risks faced by government companies. Unfortunately, her request was met with complete disregard. Subsequently, she sought permission to participate in Ministry of Finance meetings to provide updates on the companies’ status. To her surprise, she was informed that Amsalem had prohibited her from presenting the said information.
With the ongoing terrorist attack on Israeli citizens, Rosenbaum underscores the importance of smooth and efficient communication channels for the transfer of information during this time of war. She reiterates her request to present the situational picture of government companies to the minister and other decision-makers.
Copies of the letter have also been sent to Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, Legal Adviser to the Government Gali Beharve-Miara, and her successors, emphasizing the gravity of the matter.
It is worth noting that this dispute between Minister Amsalem and Director Rosenbaum is not the first. Amsalem had previously attempted to remove Rosenbaum from her position, citing her unsuitability and an alleged “acute crisis of trust” between them. However, Rosenbaum refuted these claims, contending that Amsalem is undermining her ability to fulfill her role. She also expressed regret that he had insulted her previously by calling her derogatory names.
The allegations and counter-allegations between Amsalem and Rosenbaum highlight the tension within the Government Companies Authority. As the conflict continues, it remains to be seen how these issues will be resolved and if the government companies will receive the necessary attention and support during these challenging times.
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