Levi Duchman

It was in 2019, following the Abraham Accords signed with Israel, that the UAE leadership gave its official recognition to the local Jewish community.

Emirates Agency for Kosher Certification (EAKC) is the first legal entity responsible for the assessment of foods, products, processes and services to ensure compliance with Jewish dietary laws.

[3] In May 2020, it was reported that the JCC of the UAE has imported the largest kosher meat shipment in the history of the community.

[4][5][6] Duchman assisted the Staff of Mohamed Bin Zayed with establishing kosher meals for a meeting between the Prince and Yair Lapid.

[7] In May 2022, Duchman was invited by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to extend his condolences on the passing of the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the Presidential Palace, on behalf of the world's Jewish community.

Rabbi Levi Duchman writes a Torah scroll together with the Prime Minister of Israel , Mr. Naftali Bennett
Rabbi Levi Duchman kindles a public Menorah in Dubai on Hanukkah 2021
Rabbi Levi Duchman with Israeli president Isaac Herzog visiting Abu Dhabi , January 2022
Duchman's wife Lea Hadad (middle) at their wedding, the largest Jewish event in Emirati history.