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An EU boycott could be good for Israel
Dr. Adam Reuter
Published: 05.02.14, 09:12
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31. #21 amen
(02.05.14)
Remember how the Leftists were fawning over their hero Erdogan? Not only did they support Erdogan's Marmara flotilla against Shayetet, but warned of dire consequences if Israel did not apologize? Notice how silent the Leftists are now that Turkey's economy has vaporized while Israel is still going strong. Reality and Leftists don't go well together.
32. IDEAS FOR SPLIT
Claude ,   London and Cape Town   (02.05.14)
Water Purification Tech and equipment Biotechnology and Nanotechnologies Applications for healthcare and security surveillance The above is already widely used in your country for off site monitoring for vulnerable adults at home e.g Dementia Hey maybe you will be monitored in this way one day Or maybe they already monitor you! The list goes on. You may not be aware that many software applications are especially those in medical and military and civilian security applications. Forgot to add IL has one of the worlds Generic Drug Companies and supplies a huge amount of world fertiliser IChemicals to growing markets in East.
33. By the way 27 ,...
split ,   US   (02.05.14)
Despite Israeli access to US technology and 'know how' today they're not exactly the most productive, equipped with top shelf work ethics or most efficient workers and industry money can buy, so keep smoking and hallucinating ,...
34. #25 Only one counting on handouts is U
Benji ,   US   (02.05.14)
35. How about an Israel boycott of Eu goods?
Jerusalem Jew ,   Jerusalem, Israel   (02.06.14)
Another disadvantage for an European boycott of Israeli goods is if Israel boycotts European goods and, instead, chooses to import goods from the US or China.. This is another reason why Europe should think twice before boycotting Israel.
36. Are boycotts good?
tiki ,   belgium   (02.06.14)
Israel's industries saw the light & grew out of boycotts from the past! Israel's military might & industry couldn't have come about if not boycott's/wars from her enemies! The high tech industry is the result of the need for an army and their special technical effects. The enormous medical industry is a result of the wars against her! The Maccabiah has seen the light because of boycotts against Jews! Israel's inventions grew out of the need for perseverance! Israel is growing every day because of hate & boycotts against her & Jews! The worst thing that can happen to a individual and an economy is complacency!
37. #30 Your Economic Illiteracy
Jake ,   Haifa Israel   (02.06.14)
Trade and Economies are not static. Nimble exporters produce what the clients want. 25 years ago, Israel produced no exports to China or India. Today, those are in the billions. And yet you could and would have asked your question 25 years ago, just the same. As for Israeli access to US technology, you again reveal your ignorance. Technology is not national. Technology resides in the interlocked world economy, in thousands of companies, universities etc., all of whom collaborate and exchange ideas. Some countries access it and create it, some don't. Israel is fully integrated into this economy, contributing to this technology. Saudi Arabia merely consumes this technology. As for Israeli work ethics, all you need to do is look at the PPP equivalent rise in per capita income. Israel has been rising steadily while other countries decline or stagnate. We will pass the UK shortly. But you go on dreaming. Israel will economically collapse - when is it now?
38. The EU has no interest in a boycott
Sherlock Holmes ,   London England   (02.06.14)
The EU has close ties to the EU as a whole as well as strong ties with countries like the UK individually. Remember, Lady Ashton speaks for the EU, not for the UK. The UK may even have a referendum on leaving the EU. Every time there looks like a peace treaty between Israel and the PA, the PA makes sure it doesn't happen. The PA is now threatening to take Kerry to the International Court for intimidating Abbas into accepting the American proposals.
39. 37 - 'Today, those are in the billions' ,...
split ,   US   (02.06.14)
Like what? Name some! By 'access to technology' I mean stealing it from US with impunity - Keep passing Brits ;) ,...
40. One day will come
(02.07.14)
One day will come that the European will wake up from their deep sleep, and they will realize what a big mistake they have done by supporting Arabs against the Jews, because for sure there will be ruthless war between Islam and Christians. River of blood will flaw
41. @24
AY ,   USA   (02.07.14)
With current Israeli technology, Israel can produce enough food and lots of other stuff. And as we know China, Russia, and most of the World is ready to trade anything, as long as you can pay with something. And I'm sure those countries would like a piece of Israeli expertise in this or that field or industry.
42. Lynx # 5 - What About Iran
Gil Yashar ,   Hispin, Golan   (02.07.14)
They seem to not have succumbed to the pressure in SA.
43. 39.
Birdi ,   Israel   (02.07.14)
Are you for real, Split? Many of us here have been very patient with you with our various explanations about Israel & you insist to carry on arguing with us. Proving each time how uneducated you are. We have not stolen any technology from the US. We share some of our technology with your country! Post # 37 has answered your post, brilliantly. The internet is crammed full of info for you to research. Quit blaming Israel for your woes, Split. Try hard to educate yourself by gaining more insight, then come back & post here. Have a great day.
44. Boycott could be good for Israels
Harold ,   USA   (02.07.14)
Boycott is not good for exporting companies in Israel but the Israelis will benefit by buying cheap fruits, vegetables and flowers becose none will be exported to Europe. Every single Israeli will display flowers in his bedroom, dining room and even bathroom. Fruits and vegetables will be 75 percent cheaper and so forth and so forth.
45. So what year are the sanctions starting??
BUILD BABY BUILD!!!! ,   United States   (02.07.14)
NEVER and, if they do, sure beats the Nazi concentration camps. Isolation sounds like freedom and peace and quiet, no big brother over your shoulder bullying you for no reason. BUILDING IS THE BEST REVEANGE!!!
46. #43 - You too ,...
split   (02.07.14)
Like what? Name some! - Tired of your baseless bragging, stealing and claiming other's achievents as yours ,... Just few days ago one of your hasbara peddlers was bragging about your hi-tech export to China and came up with Intel when I asked him to name the company ,...
47. #44 Dream on old boy
Benji ,   US   (02.07.14)
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