The inauguration featured the ceremonial blessing of the mezuzah – a small parchment of the Torah – which was affixed at the Embassy's main entrance in front of government officials, members of the diplomatic and consular corps, the Jewish community, and media.

Thereafter, the Ambassador led a mini-tour of the Embassy for attending guests.

The Embassy moved to Taguig City last 18 March after holding office in Makati City for more than a decade. Ambassador Bar-On says the decision to move was mainly an administrative one - citing the needs of the Embassy and Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The move also coincides with the celebration of Israel's 65th Independence Day.