Business and Economy
The inventions span areas such as advanced production technologies, IT, life sciences, water technologies, clean tech, agritech and energy.
Becoming the first U.S. governor to lead a trade mission to Judea and Samaria, Gov. Ron DeSantis took a clear stand against BDS while bolstering Florida’s economic ties with the Jewish state through several agreements.
Financial details of the deal were not disclosed, although it has been reported to be around $150 million over four years.
“We will try to bring the best—not only in theoretical studies, but in applicable studies to specify what it takes for the economy to be successful and prosperous,” said Jacob Frenkel, chair of JPMorgan Chase International and former governor of the Bank of Israel.
“The wars of the future will be fought over water,” affirms director Micah Smith. “I hope films like this can make people aware and start thinking about solutions.”
A popular tourist destination associated with arid weather conditions, Bukhara has recently been experiencing serious water shortages.
“Our aim is to empower the shared economy between Israelis and Palestinians, working closely together to empower and strengthen the economy,” said businessman Sheikh Ashraf Al Jabari.
“The biggest potential in the world lies with developing nations, and Israel has exactly what they need: knowledge in the fields of health care, agriculture, water [technology] and many other areas,” said the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office chief of staff Yoav Horowitz.
Ford will meet with officials from automotive chipmaker Mobileye and autonomous vehicles firm Karamba Security Ltd.
Companies included Innoviz Technologies Ltd., vehicle-to-vehicle communications manufacturer Autotalks Ltd., 3D-imaging firm Mantis Vision Ltd. and artificial-intelligence company Allegro.ai.
The delegation will learn firsthand about Israel’s democracy, diverse society and regional challenges, as well as its economic, technological and social innovation and entrepreneurship.
Transportation Ministry signs off on $840 million renovation project in preparation for an expected boost in tourism in the next few years.