Nir Barkat (Hebrew: ???? ????????; born 19 October 1959) is an Israeli businessman and politician.
He served as mayor of Jerusalem between the years 2008-2018 .
During his tenure, Barkat has "embraced new data-driven tools in hopes of improving life for all of his constituents", working to enhance culture, promote tourism, address social welfare issues, encourage the development of local high-tech, and provide opportunities for the ultra-Orthodox and Arab communities in Jerusalem.