Ilan Rom Appointed as Israel Finance Ministry's New Director General

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has named Ilan Rom, a veteran intelligence official, as the Finance Ministry's director general. Rom, who has a strong background in economic development, steps into this role amid Israel's ongoing conflicts, promising to focus on economic growth and reducing bureaucratic hurdles.

In a significant development, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced Ilan Rom has been appointed as the Finance Ministry's new director general, replacing Shlomi Heisler.

Rom previously held a 25-year tenure at Mossad and has served as CEO of Mateh Binyamin, Israel's largest regional council. His experience in economic development and efficiency initiatives make him a fitting choice during these challenging times.

Rom aims to address the economic fallout from Israel's military conflicts, with a $25 billion war expenditure in 2024, promising to drive growth and streamline processes, amid budget deficits and upcoming austerity measures.

(With inputs from agencies.)