The government approved the appointment of Science and Technology Minister Ofir Akunis (Likud) to the post of Labor, Welfare, and Social Services minister.
Minister Akunis said after the appointment, "I'm taking on a role with heavy responsibility and national mission. I intend to be a faithful messenger for all Israeli citizens, as I've been in all my duties to this day. I will do everything at my disposal to promote and optimize the full range of issues that are on the agenda of the Ministry, as a service provider to citizens of the State."