A Life Worth Living – From Immigrant to Ambassador
Tuvia Israeli
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In A Life Worth Living – From Immigrant to Ambassador, former Israeli diplomat and ambassador Tuvia Israeli reflects on a career that took him from Egypt, Paraguay, Sweden, and South Korea to the halls of the United Nations. Alongside his diplomatic service, he recounts a personal journey shaped by immigration, identity, and family history as the son of Holocaust survivors.
Raised in a working-class neighborhood in Lod, Israeli rose through Israel’s diplomatic ranks while observing political change and international affairs from the front lines of diplomacy. Through encounters with political leaders, diplomats, and ordinary citizens, he offers a firsthand account of the challenges and opportunities of representing Israel abroad.
Combining personal narrative with reflections on diplomacy, culture, and public service, A Life Worth Living provides an insider’s view of international relations and a thoughtful portrait of modern Israel and its place in the world.
A long journey carried the boy to the peak of a diplomatic career as Israel’s ambassador. Looking back, I feel fortunate to have been accepted as a child of immigrants in a new country, and to have always remained focused on what is good and important for the country.
— Tuvia Israeli
About the Book
A Life Worth Living – From Immigrant to Ambassador offers an inside look at decades of Israeli diplomatic service. Tuvia Israeli shares firsthand reflections from postings in multiple countries and from service at the United Nations and within government institutions in Israel.
Running parallel to his professional journey is a personal story: Tuvia Israeli, son of Holocaust survivors, immigrated to Israel at age seven and grew up through the country’s absorption system, military service, and higher education before entering diplomatic service. From these beginnings, his path unfolds into international diplomacy and ambassadorial service.
The book combines historical detail, cultural insight, and personal accounts drawn from encounters with presidents, ministers, military leaders, and ordinary people around the world.
About the Author
Tuvia Israeli is a former Israeli consul and ambassador who served for decades in Israel’s foreign service. His postings included Egypt, Paraguay, Sweden, South Korea, as well as assignments at the United Nations and within Israeli government institutions.
Born to Holocaust survivor parents, Tuvia Israeli immigrated to Israel at age seven and grew up through the country’s absorption system, military service, and higher education before entering diplomatic service.
His writing draws on years of diplomatic experience alongside personal reflection on identity, belonging, and public service.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this book about?
A diplomatic memoir that also traces a personal story of immigration, identity, and family history.
Which countries are covered?
Egypt, Paraguay, Sweden, and South Korea, along with diplomatic work at the United Nations.
What makes it unique?
It combines high-level diplomacy with a personal story shaped by immigration, survival heritage, and questions of identity and belonging.
Is it personal or professional?
Both, blending memoir with firsthand diplomatic experience.
Who is it for?
Readers interested in diplomacy, Israeli history, biography, and international affairs.
Key Topics
Israeli foreign service and diplomatic service
International relations and work at the United Nations
Israel’s global diplomatic engagement
Immigration and identity
Personal story of a son of Holocaust survivors
Cross-cultural encounters with political leaders and diplomats
Statecraft and day-to-day diplomacy
Perspective on younger generations
