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Israel Could Make 800 Million At Paris Air Show
2007-06-19 20:45:00 While Israel i companies are out there "strutting their stuff" to the world, Globes is reporting that these corporate firms could generate an enormous amount of cash from contracts--$800 million to be exact.(Globes Online) 11 Israeli companies from the defense and security sectors will be exhibiting in the Israeli pavilion at the 2007 Paris Air Show opening tomorrow at Le Bourget. Israel is considered a leading defense exporter, and it is ranked fourth in aviation and defense technologies exports after the US, Russia and France.Speaking at a press conference ahead of the air show, Israel Export and International Cooperation Institute chairman David Arzi said the 11 Israeli companies exhibiting at the Paris Air Show could sign as much as $800 million in new contracts there.Israeli companies competing in the air show include:Aeronautics Defense Systems Ltd.Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.Bental Industries Ltd.Elbit Systems Ltd.Orbit Technology Group Ltd.Plasan Sasa Ltd.Rada Electronic ... More About: Make , Million
Electrical Fields To Kill Brain Cancer Cells?
2007-06-12 02:42:00 (Image Credit: The Franklin Institute)It looks like researchers have developed a new way to fight brain cancer without having patients go "under the knife." If proven successful, this Israeli invention may revolutionize how doctors treat this deadly disease.(Israel 21st Century) An Israeli-developed treatment that specifically targets rapidly growing cancer cells with electrical fields shows great promise in treating patients with brain cancer. The Novo-TTF (Tumor-Treating Fields) device, invented by Technion Professor emeritus Yoram Palti, uses electrical fields to disrupt tumor growth by interfering with cell division of cancerous cells, causing them to stop proliferating and die off instead of dividing and growing. Healthy brain cells rarely divide and have different electrical properties than cancerous brain cells. This allows the device to target cancer cells without affecting the healthy cells. ..."This is a new general modality for treating cancer. In a way it's similar to... More About: Cancer , Brain , Brain Cancer , Kill , Electrical
Can Tel Aviv Get Enough Of Google?
2007-06-12 01:57:00 It looks as if the search engine giant is opening even more offices in Tel Aviv . Googl e , which is currently the top Israeli site seems to be expanding its presence even further in Israel in their attempt to take over the world.(Globes Online) Google Israel today dedicated its new offices on the 26th floor of the Levinstein Building in Tel Aviv. The offices will house the company's new R&D center, headed by Yossi Mattias, and the sales department, headed by Google Israel country manager Meir Brand.Google VP engineering and research Alan Eustace was the guest of honor at the dedication. He praised the excellence of the company's Israeli team.The Google Israel branch celebrated the opening by throwing a party, which you can grab the details over at Ouriel's blog (hat tip: Israelity).Google expanse into Israel is no surprise, seeing that one of the founders (Sergey Brin) is himself Jewish. I wonder if he will ever consider making aliyah one of these days?Content Copyright 2006-2007 o...
Could Jetrix Change The Print Industry?
2007-06-12 01:48:00 (Image Credit: FPA Journal)It looks like a new invention by Moshe Einat may enable newspapers in the future to print customized papers for users--not to mention make it easier to print books on demand.(Israel 21st Century) Imagine a bookstore that prints your purchases while you settle the bill or a personalized newspaper that contains only the news you want to read. Such expedient printing may soon become a reality using a new Israeli technology that will enable printing 1,000 pages a minute at affordable prices.Two researchers from The College of Judea and Samaria - Moshe and Nissim Einat - have developed a revolutionary printing technique called Jetrix, which enables simultaneous high- speed printing of an entire page of text. The technology combines printing and Liquid Crystal Technology (LCD) methods to make a page-sized printing array that emits ink instead of light. Although this technology is still in the "experimental stage" (as Moshe has to develop a color version) this te... More About: Industry , Change , Print , Chang , Chan
180 New England Jews To Commit Aliyah!
2007-06-12 01:32:00 This is good news indeed for the Jewish nation! Having lived in New England before, I can attest that Israel will be receiving some of the most brightest (and creative) minds the US has ever known.(Ynet News) Some 180 American Jews who are about to move to Israel will attend a farewell reception, the Boston Jewish advocate reported last week. "The surge of area residents immigrating to Israel continues, as more New England ers will make aliyah in 2007 than any other year to date," the report said. ..."This is a major moment, and a huge responsibility for me," the Advocate quoted Tova Grushko, regional director of the Center, as saying. "These are high-quality people coming from this area who are going to change the face of Israel," she added.In the Ynet article, some of the Jews did admit moving to the Holy Land would be "daunting" as they in essence will be starting a new life, one which is very different from New England.How ever one thing these Jews can look forward to are the w... More About: Comm
Indian Bank Opens Israeli Branch
2007-06-11 20:52:00 The State Bank of India has recently opened up a branch inside Isra el. Although this is not exactly "major news" (as there are as many banks in Israel as there are beaches) the purpose of this move was to help strengthen ties between the two nations.(Globes Online) "We're bullish about the Israeli business world and about Indian -Israeli relations," said State Bank of India chairman Om Prakash Bhatt at the dedication ceremony of its branch in Israel. Governor of the Bank of Israel Prof. Stanley Fischer and Israeli business dignitaries attended the ceremony. The branch is located at the Israel Diamond Exchange in Ramat Gan.The State Bank of India (BSE:500112) is India's largest bank and has branches in 33 countries. The Israeli branch is its 84th international branch. The Central Bank of India owns 59.7% of the bank. This maneuver should help strengthen the ties between the two nations, who already have a solid relationship with each other. India already sees Israel as a "preferred ... More About: Branch
Video: JTN Launches Jewish Television Network Online
2007-06-03 04:19:00 It looks as if users around the world will now have the ability to access quality "kosher" content from the comfort of their home thanks in part to the Jewish Television Network .(Jerusalem Post) Jewish Television Network Productions, an independent production and distribution company, launched the first broadband network of its kind last week, featuring a wide range of Jewish life-related programming. ...Last year, JTN recognized that with the emergence of audio and video on the Web, the Internet could make the initiative viable. "It's good for the Jewish people and for the world for there to be a Jewish network, and that's why we launched," said Sanderson from his office in LA. The annual budget will be between $500,000 and $1 million.With JTN launching an online version (broadband only), users will be able to view their favorite Jewish programs online without having to pay extra on their DirectTV bill. You can visit the site over at JewishTVnetwork.com or click on the image be... More About: Video , Online
Video: JTN Launches Jewish Television Network Online
2007-06-03 04:19:00 It looks as if users around the world will now have the ability to access quality "kosher" content from the comfort of their home thanks in part to the Jewish Television Network .(Jerusalem Post) Jewish Television Network Productions, an independent production and distribution company, launched the first broadband network of its kind last week, featuring a wide range of Jewish life-related programming. ...Last year, JTN recognized that with the emergence of audio and video on the Web, the Internet could make the initiative viable. "It's good for the Jewish people and for the world for there to be a Jewish network, and that's why we launched," said Sanderson from his office in LA. The annual budget will be between $500,000 and $1 million.With JTN launching an online version (broadband only), users will be able to view their favorite Jewish programs online without having to pay extra on their DirectTV bill. You can visit the site over at JewishTVnetwork.com or click on the image be... More About: Video , Online
US Congress Recognizes Undivided Jerusalem
2007-06-03 03:54:00 Despite the fact that every executive branch has postponed moving the American embassy from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv, the US Congress seems to recognize the holy city as not only undivided, but Israel's right.(Forward.com) With backing of pro-Israel activists on Capitol Hill, lawmakers are pushing to pass a resolution hailing Israel's control over all of Jerusalem. ...The measure - introduced by Rep. Tom Lantos of California, Democratic chair of the House Foreign Relations Committee, and by Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen of Florida, the committee's ranking Republican - "commends Israel for its administration of the undivided city of Jerusalem for the past 40 years, during which Israel has respected the rights of all religious groups." It also congratulates Israel for defeating its enemies during the war, and calls on the president to move the American Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, in accordance with the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995.With elections coming up in the US, Jewish lobbyists... More About: Recognize
US Congress Recognizes Undivided Jerusalem
2007-06-03 03:54:00 Despite the fact that every executive branch has postponed moving the American embassy from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv, the US Congress seems to recognize the holy city as not only undivided, but Israel's right.(Forward.com) With backing of pro-Israel activists on Capitol Hill, lawmakers are pushing to pass a resolution hailing Israel's control over all of Jerusalem. ...The measure - introduced by Rep. Tom Lantos of California, Democratic chair of the House Foreign Relations Committee, and by Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen of Florida, the committee's ranking Republican - "commends Israel for its administration of the undivided city of Jerusalem for the past 40 years, during which Israel has respected the rights of all religious groups." It also congratulates Israel for defeating its enemies during the war, and calls on the president to move the American Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, in accordance with the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995.With elections coming up in the US, Jewish lobbyists... More About: Salem , Recognize
China To Set Up Confucius Institute In Tel Aviv
2007-06-03 03:30:00 With over 40,000 Israeli's visiting China every year, the Chinese government has decided to establish a Confucius Institute in Israel's most modernized city.(Xinhua-China View) The institute, which is expected to open in November, will be the first of its kind in the Jewish nation.Jointly established by Office of Chinese Language Council International of China and TAU, the Confucius Institute is a non-profit educational organization, and will provide non-degree Chinese language study programs to Israelis. Teachers are from the TAU.Addressing the signing ceremony, TAU President Itamar Rabinovich said "the Israeli public are eagerly hoping that they could have the chance to know more about the captivating Chinese culture." Israel is one of the few western nations that has very friendly ties with the Asian superpower, something many people in America may find surprising.With trade between the two nations expected to increase dramatically within the next several years, it may not be s... More About: Tel Aviv
Macedonia Defeated In Euro 2008 Qualifier Match
2007-06-03 03:08:00 It looks like another victory for the Israeli football (or soccer for Americans) team!Israel played against Macedonia , and was able to score two goals in the first half of the game. Ynet brings us the details!(Ynet News) Israel's Barak Yitzhaki - who plays for Beitar Jerusalem - scored the first goal of the game in the 10th minute. Macedonian Aco Stojkov tied the game three minutes later. Roberto Damian Colautti (Maccabi Haifa) scored Israel its second goal in the 43rd minute of the match, sending Israel to half-time with the lead.Israel seems to be doing very well this season, having previously shut out Estonia and (unfortunately) tieing England a few months ago.Currently Israel ranks third in their group, behind Russia and Croatia (although hopefully not for long).Content Copyright 2006-2007 of IsraGood. All Rights Reserved. Violators (and hosts) can be prosecuted under national and international laws. More About: Euro 2008 , Euro , Match , Feat
Tibetan's Learn From Israeli Green Thumbs
2007-05-29 22:36:00 (Image: Tsering Dolma working in the Arava farming settlement, Credit: Isra el 21st Century)Farmers originally from the nation of Tibet are getting a chance to learn from some of the world's greatest minds in the agricultural field in Tel Aviv.Although exiled in India (do to political situations), these farmers hope to share the knowledge they learn back at home, and improve life from their corner of the planet.(Israel 21st Century) Dolma is part of a group of 50 Tibetans who have come to Israel for a year to learn agricultural techniques from Israeli farmers. At the end of their tenure, they'll return to their homes-in-exile in India and pass along the information to fellow Tibetan community members. ..."Israel is a known leader in agriculture and agriculture technology. Even countries that don't have diplomatic ties with Israel send envoys to learn from our farmers. So this group is a natural extension of what Israel does well," TIFTP spokesperson Ran Natanzon told ISRAEL21c.I... More About: Green , Learn , Thumb
Israel To Buy West Bank Gas
2007-05-29 22:12:00 It looks like a British company has discovered some gas off the coast of the Gaza strip.Although nothing has yet been finalized yet, BG Group is in the process of getting agreements between both Isra el and the PA as this find could not only help ease Israel's energy strain, but help bring the West Bank out of its current poverty.(Globes Online) BG Group (NYSE: BRG; LSE: BG) is poised to sign a $4 billion 15-year contract deal to supply Palestinian gas to Israel from a discovery off the Gaza coastline, London daily "The Times" reported yesterday."The Times" added that the contract "will provide 10% of Israel’s annual energy requirement, and the Palestinians would receive total royalties of $1 billion. The Gaza field, it said, "holds one trillion cubic feet of gas, the equivalent of 150 million barrels of oil, equivalent to a large North Sea field." Of course, the current situation in the region has to "tone down" a bit, but this discovery may convince both sides to cool their jets... More About: West Bank
Jewish Invention Could Save American Truckers Gas
2007-05-29 22:00:00 With gases in America reaching an all time high (or at least according to those buying gas at $3 per gallon), this smart invention may help trucking agencies reduce the amount of gas they use while delivering goodies across the US.(Israel National News) Israeli researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a device which is likely to save the U.S. trucking industry some $400 million per year. The drag reduction device, an actuator, was exhibited at the "World's Best Technologies Showcase" in Texas.Through the combined action of suction and pulsed blowing of airflow, the device reduces drag in a controlled manner when it is attached to the back of the truck or trailer.It's great for them to have this device for truckers in the states, although I wonder if they would consider inventing something similar for the average car? Hmm...Content Copyright 2006-2007 of IsraGood. All Rights Reserved. Violators (and hosts) can be prosecuted under national and international laws. More About: Jewish , American , Invention , Save , Truckers
Camera d'Or Prize Awarded To Israeli Film
2007-05-29 21:40:00 A film by Shira Geffen and Etgar Keret has won an award for best debut feature.(Ynet News) "Meduzot," the young authors' first film, is based on a script written by Geffen and directed by her and her husband, author Etgar Keret, and tells the story of three women in Tel Aviv. ...The movie's producer, Amir Harel, told Ynet he was thrilled by the news. "The award is an extremely important accomplishment. The financial award (of about $200,000) will help us with the distribution and is an incentive to create another film. There's no doubt this has been a very good year for Isra eli cinema."I was unable to locate a video preview of the film, although the reviews of the film are quite impressive. If I find a video preview online (or at least a place where one can order the film) I'll post an update over here.Content Copyright 2006-2007 of IsraGood. All Rights Reserved. Violators (and hosts) can be prosecuted under national and international laws. More About: Film , Camera , Ward , Israeli
Holocaust Hero Saved 2500 Jewish Children
2007-05-19 06:12:00 (Image: Irena Sendler being awarded with the Order of Smile in Poland, Credit: AP via Jerusalem Post)During one of the greatest tragedies of history, a brave polish woman decided to risk death and torture in order to save as many Jewish kids as possible.Despite her heroism many decades ago, it seems as if the world (not to mention the many survivors) are now seeking to contact this woman who has affected so many lives.(Jerusalem Post) The pilgrims keep coming, seeking out the fragile 97-year-old woman in black in her tiny nursing home room filled with pictures and flowers.The attention tires Irena Sendler sometimes. She never sought credit for smuggling 2,500 Jewish children out of the Warsaw Ghetto anyway. Not for risking execution to save other people's children, or holding out under torture by the Nazis, or enduring decades as a nonperson under the communist regime that followed. ..."I'm very tired - it's too much for me," Sendler said recently of the incessant visits, durin... More About: Children , Holocaust , Hero , Save
Biofuel Through Fungus Power?
2007-05-19 05:48:00 (Image: Dr. Amir Sharon, Credit: Israel 21st Century)Sometimes touted as an alternative energy source to fossil fuels, biofuels have the potential to not only seriously reduce the amount of oil consumed worldwide, but pollution as well.Unfortunately in order to do this, our species would have to convert edible food into fuel, since the non-edible parts (such as corn stalk) are much harder to convert into biofuel.Since our fuel demands vastly outstrip our food demands, governments would probably be unlikely to consider biofuel as a serious solution. That is until an Israeli scientist discovered a little secret using nature's most useful creatures.(Israel 21st Century) Israeli researcher Dr. Amir Sharon of Tel Aviv University is on the trail. Sharon has discovered a transgenic fungus strong enough to convert even the most resilient plant parts into bioethanol, a chemical used for biofuel. Strengthened with an anti-death gene, this fungus is resistant to harsh conditions such as heat ... More About: Power , Biofuel
Video: A New Way To Educate Palestinian Kids
2007-05-19 05:30:00 (Hat Tip: One Jerusalem)It looks like an Israeli soldier found an interesting way to instruct Pale stinian kids on what it means to be...well...Israeli.Note: I thought I'd never see the day that life imitated art. If only...Content Copyright 2006-2007 of IsraGood. All Rights Reserved. Violators (and hosts) can be prosecuted under national and international laws. More About: Video , Kids , Cate , Duca
IBM Israel Taking Care Of Business
2007-05-19 04:57:00 Despite the hundreds of thousands (if not millions) of software applications out there for businesses, sometimes its hard to find one program that fits your needs.Although larger (or more affluent) companies can simply contract or employ an IT developer to create an application from scratch, most small businesses do not have that luxury, forcing them to simply use something "off the shelf."Unless of course they have heard about what IBM Isra el is doing, that is.(Israel 21st Century) They've just announced their Development Engagement Service (DevEngage), a free Web application development tool with a simple user-interface to allow people without technical skills in small businesses and other organizations to create applications that solve daily tasks. ..."This new application development tool will let users with no software development expertise skill create online forms with ease that complete routine tasks," said Gal Shachor, project lead for this technology at the IBM Research... More About: Business , Care , Ness
Video: Jerry Seinfeld To Visit Israel
2007-05-19 04:19:00 (Hat Tip: What War Zone??)One of the greatest comedians of television prime time has decided to take a small detour in the Holy Land in order to promote an upcoming film.(Ynet News) Jerry Seinfeld is scheduled to visit Israel in November to promote the new animated film, "Bee Movie." ...The movie tells the story of a male bee (dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld) who graduated college and is disgruntled by the fact that his only option is to manufacture honey. The bee hangs out in New York City where he befriends a flower salesgirl.No word on whether Jerry Seinfeld will perform or not, but either way his visit will sure make many Israeli Seinfeld fans happy.For those wondering what the film looks like, here is a preview of the flick below.More details over at BeeMovie.com.Content Copyright 2006-2007 of IsraGood. All Rights Reserved. Violators (and hosts) can be prosecuted under national and international laws. More About: Video , Visi , Visit
India See's Israel As A "Preferred Ally"
2007-05-19 03:54:00 Although there seems to be some "squawking" amongst the India n left, the government of India has reaffirmed that the ties between the Asian sub-continent and Isra el will remain strong--at least militarily.(The Economic Times) The Left may be seeking the downgrading of New Delhi's ties with Tel Aviv, but Israel continues to be India's preferred destination for accessing arms and weapons systems. Defence minister A K Antony told the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday that that over $5-billion worth of defence purchases were made from Israel between 2002 and 2007. ...The decision to strengthen ties with Israel is a clear rejection of the Left's demand for ending military cooperation with Tel Aviv. As Israel plays a key role in the conclusion of over 200 agreements for agricultural development in crucial areas like drip irrigation, greenhouse technology and horticulture in India, the UPA government considers it as a valuable ally. Although the main reason India is seeking to maintain these t... More About: Ferr , Ally
Israel Spending Over A Billion Dollars To Woo Jews To Jerusalem
2007-05-17 06:21:00 (Image Credit: RomKri of Jerusalem Shots)Despite the fact that many Jews are proud that Jerusalem is once again in Jewish hands (as the capital of their nation), many Israel i citizens for some strange reason are reluctant to relocate within the capital.The government, unsatisfied with the current status of "Jerusalem immigration" has decided to spend approximately $1.45 billion in order to see more Jews live within what many regard as the holiest spot on earth.(Israel National News) Jewish areas of Jerusalem are expected to receive extra attention with the allocation of some $1.45 billion toward development aimed at improving the capital’s Jewish demographics.Media reports quoted Prime Minister Ehud Olmert as saying the government would approve NIS 5.75 billion to upgrade the city's infrastructure while strengthening its Jewish majority.Although I have heard of many Jews desiring to keep Jerusalem 100 percent in Jewish hands, I have seen various conversations online where a few o... More About: Spending , Salem
BusinessWeek Getting Kosher
2007-05-17 05:59:00 One of the worlds most influential business magazines has decided to make it easier for Israeli's to keep up to date with the latest corporate news happening around the globe. (Globes Online) Hirsch Media is going to publish a Hebrew-language "Businessweek". Sources inform "Globes" that the company and the publisher of "Businessweek" recently signed an agreement for this purpose. Hirsch Media confirmed the reportThe first issue of "Businessweek Israel" will be published in September. Sources said that "Businessweek Israel" will be published every two weeks and sold by both subscription and at newsstands. This is probably a smart move for BusinessWeek, as Israel is quickly rising as an attractive place to work, with companies like Google, AOL, Microsoft and Intel actively recruiting the best minds (or buying them) in an attempt to stay on step ahead of the competition.According to Globes, the Hebrew version of the magazine will be launching in September, although no specific date ha... More About: Ness , Kosher , Kosh , Sine
Israel Becoming A Competitive Place To Work?
2007-05-17 05:41:00 Despite the regional events, it looks like Isra el has climbed three notches in the overall most competitive places to work on planet Earth. The US (of course) is number one, but Israel has moved up to the 21st spot.(Globes Online) Israel's economy has climbed three places to 21st place in the World Competitiveness Yearbook rankings, published by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), which is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.The survey, which was published today, ranks 55 countries according 323 economic criteria, and is based on data collated from business entities worldwide. Israel is ranked in 20th place for economic strength, unchanged from last year. However, it has climbed 20 places, from 45th to 25th in the ratings for international investment.Globes has more details regarding this, with exact specifics for those of you who enjoy the "nitty gritty details," but this goes to show that Israel continues to display not only a strong economy in the present, b... More About: Work , Place , Lace
Jerusalem Mayor Parades In New York
2007-05-08 02:01:00 (Image: New York Mayor Bloomberg and Jerusalem Mayor Lupolianski, Credit: AP via Jerusalem Post)At an American Israel parade Jerusalem mayor Uri Lupolianski found himself among tens of thousands of supporters who came out to celebrate Israel's founding in 1948. And right beside him step by step was none other than Michael Bloomberg, mayor of New York city.(Jerusalem Post) Thousands of Israel supporters marched up Fifth Avenue on Sunday in the Salute to Israel Parade commemorating the 1948 founding of the Jewish state.Marchers sang "Hava Nagila," and waved the Star of David flag; many carried colorful paper torches indicating that Israel is the Biblical "light unto the nations." ..."I love the spirit," said Noa Brandes, 13. "It's like a big family, everyone who loves Israel."Parade organizers said there were more than 100,000 marchers. Hundreds of spectators wearing "I (heart) Israel" buttons and stickers lined the parade route between 56th and 79th streets.The only depressing th... More About: Salem
Perspective: Tourist Views Israel In All Her Glory
2007-05-08 01:48:00 You will have to read the entire article to understand the author's perception of Isra el (which she admits is hard to describe) but her encounter with the Jewish state is very similar to the one I had (except my view of Israel before visiting was a lot more horrific).(NY News.com) The dry and dusty image I had of Israel is totally wrong. In early spring, before Passover, the country is green and glorious. Wildflowers bloom on Mount Tabor and even in the Negev desert.And the simplistic vision I had of a completely Jewish Israel? Another error. Yes, Israel is a Jewish state - but it is also 16 percent Muslim, and its language, its savory food, the city populations are all scrambled up like falafel, with spicy sprinklings of Druze, Christian, Ba'Hai, ancient Egyptian, Crusader, Phoenician, Turk, Persian, Roman, Greek, Syrian, British and who knows what else floating in the breeze.Marco Polo slept here. So did Mark Twain. So did King David, Saladin, Salome, Jesus and Napoleon.Israel (... More About: Views , Tourist , Perspective
Kosher Corporations In Vietnam?
2007-05-08 01:20:00 (Image Credit: Clinton Foundation)I knew that Israel has corporate influence in the east, but I never suspected that their influence extended well into Viet nam .(Israel National News) With Agriculture Minister Shalom Simchon on his way to Vietnam for an official visit, it has been reported that no fewer than 200 Israeli companies are doing business in Vietnam - including 40 that began this year. So says Export Institute Director Yechiel Asiyah. ...Israel's exports to Vietnam have grown by 3% since last year, and now total $36.6 million. Israel's chief exports to Vietnam are mineral and mining products ($9.8 million), telecommunications ($9.7 million, a growth of 35%), and chemicals ($6.6 million).Although Vietnam is not known for having an exactly "pleasant history" (or even a "pleasant present"), it is good to see them reaching out towards other nations in order to improve themselves--technologically wise at least.Content Copyright 2006-2007 of IsraGood. All Rights Reserved. Vi... More About: Corporations , Kosher , Kosh
Azerbaijan Strengthens Ties With Israel
2007-05-04 05:25:00 (Image: Map of Azerbaijan , Credit: Adoption.com)For those of you who do not know, Azerbaijan is located right above Iran and just below Russia (note: they must "love" their neighbors).Anyways it seems that this nation (which by the way is composed mostly of Shia Muslims) is seeking to do something that most nations of similar faith are shying away from--courting Isra el .(Jerusalem Post) The strategic significance for Israel of this relationship is perhaps hard to exaggerate. Besides being a majority Muslim state - over two-thirds of Azeris are Shi'ites - Azerbaijan is located in the "energy corridor" leading from Central Asia and the Caspian to the West. It is the starting point of the newly opened Baku-Tblisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline, the world second-longest, which brings Caspian oil to the Turkish Mediterranean city of Ceyhan, and it is an air corridor for the West into Afghanistan and - in theory, at least - Iran. ...Most crucially, however, Israel's geographic position offers Aze... More About: Then
Foreigners Interested In Israeli Real Estate?
More articles from this author:2007-05-04 05:04:00 (Image: Yoo building project in Tel Aviv, Credit: Brian Hendler, via JTA.org)The interesting item about this article is not about the buildings (or even who is investing in them) but the fact that the city of Tel Aviv has drastically changed so much since the 1980's.So much in fact that one New Yorker had this to say about the improvements.(Jewish Telegraphic Agency) "The first time I was here was in 1983, and Tel Aviv has gone through a huge transformation from then to now," said Howard Glatzer, who runs a real estate fund that invests in New York City properties. "As a Jew from New York who is very accustomed to seeing high-rises everywhere, I think it's fantastic, it shows the vitality of Isra el, and that's great." ...In 2002, foreign buyers invested $192 million in Israeli real estate. Just four years later the number had soared to $1.43 billion, according to the Bank of Israel.Although many of the people investing in Israel are Israeli's themselves, the fact that wealthy ... More About: Estate , Real Estate , Real , Stat 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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