The meeting at the State House focused on potential collaboration in energy, agriculture, healthcare, security, and water resource management.
According to South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Monday Semaya Kumba, the discussions reaffirmed Juba’s interest in strengthening ties with Israel — a relationship he said dates back to the country’s liberation struggle.
The two governments signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at improving coordination on areas of common interest, with South Sudan offering investment opportunities in oil, gas, minerals, agriculture, and water resource development. Haskel also announced a humanitarian aid package of food supplies and medical equipment to support relief efforts in South Sudan.
Her visit, however, comes amid regional and international attention on unconfirmed reports that Israel is in discussions with South Sudan over the possible resettlement of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip — a claim Juba’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has firmly denied.
While Wednesday’s official statements made no reference to the issue, the timing of the visit has fueled speculation over whether migration and humanitarian matters were part of the closed-door agenda.
Deputy Foreign Minister Akuei Bona Malwal, who officially saw Haskel off at Juba International Airport, said the talks were “constructive” and centred on advancing diplomatic and development partnerships.
