Monthly Archives: July 2017

Ashdod to be lab for smart transport systems

Posted on July 9, 2017

Ashdod, Israel’s sixth-largest city, is setting up a joint venture called “Living Lab” with Mobileye, MIT and Microsoft. Its database will be available to startups, government and academics working to build smart transport systems. Ashdod already has “Reway” – its … Continue reading →

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EcoMotion 2017

Posted on July 9, 2017

The 2017 EcoMotion Conference in Jaffa featured 200 companies, representing Israel’s growing smart vehicle community. Most interest was centered on autonomous cars, the Chinese impact, electric power supply and startups of every kind. http://services.globes.co.il/en/article-israeli-auto-tech-draws-interest-from-global-investors-1001189743 http://www.timesofisrael.com/how-israeli-startups-are-driving-the-car-technology-revolution/

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India’s PM arrives

Posted on July 9, 2017

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the first visit to Israel by a sitting Indian premier. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu greeted Modi at Ben-Gurion Airport, along with the top tier of Israel’s leadership – an honor afforded to only … Continue reading →

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Women lead in Israeli Life Sciences

Posted on July 9, 2017

The percentage of Israeli women (70%) working in the field of Life Sciences (medical research, bio-techs, medical device companies) far exceeds that of men (30%). Women are filling roles, not just as employees but as entrepreneurs, investors, head researchers and … Continue reading →

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USS George H.W. Bush arrives in Israel

Posted on July 9, 2017

Aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush docked in Haifa for a visit intended to enhance US-Israel relations. It is the first visit of a US aircraft carrier to an Israeli port since 2000. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu landed by helicopter … Continue reading →

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Taking India-Israel relationship to a new level

Posted on July 9, 2017

Even before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Israel, he was talking positively about India’s deep ties with Israel. He believes the two nations are soulmates. They share the same a spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation. http://www.israelhayom.com/site/newsletter_article.php?id=43565

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Indians experience Israel

Posted on July 9, 2017

Smita, Kandlarp and Roy are from India and are currently studying and working in Israel. They share their Israeli experiences, ahead of the visit of India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi. https://www.youtube.com/embed/lBoVFp4tuIE?rel=0

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London Mayor gets Israel’s help

Posted on July 9, 2017

London’s Mayor Sadiq Khan said he has sought advice from Israel about how to better combat urban terrorism such as the Manchester and London Bridge attacks. He said police visit Israel and are in regular touch with their contacts. http://jewishnews.timesofisrael.com/exclusive-sadiq-khan-sought-counter-terrorism-advice-from-israel-after-spate-of-uk-attacks/

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New ambassadors

Posted on July 9, 2017

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin received new ambassadors from Nepal, Honduras, Brazil and (for the first time) from Tanzania. http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Politics-And-Diplomacy/Pres-Rivlin-calls-for-UN-support-from-new-ambassadors-to-Israel-496983

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Marathon world record for Israeli amputee

Posted on July 9, 2017

Israel’s Eitan Hermon set a world record of 2:56.53 hours in the marathon for single-leg amputee runners in Vienna. Hermon is supported by Tikvot, a non-profit, volunteer-based organization which rehabilitates Israeli victims of terror and wounded soldiers through sports. http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Sports/Israeli-amputee-sets-new-marathon-world-record-in-Vienna-488790 … Continue reading →

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