Nir Barkat

Gov't's amended budget met with outrage at inclusion of coalition funds

The five National Unity ministers in the cabinet opposed the amended budget because it still included allocation of coalition funds for uses not related to the war.

Israel-Hamas war harms economy, but ministers fight over paying the bill

ISRAEL AT WAR: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Economy Minister Nir Barkat vie over the economic aid plan to help businesses devastated by war with Hamas.

New York Stock Exchange decorated in Israel's colors

The New York Stock Exchange honored Economy Minister Nir Barkat's visit by decorating with blue and white Israeli flags.

50 Influential Jews: Bridge to the Diaspora - No. 24

Nir Barkat, Amichai Chikli, and Ofir Sofer play a critical role in connecting Israel and world Jewry. Here is why.

Is Benjamin Netanyahu an obstacle to political stability in Israel? - poll

Israel's coalition would win more seats under ministers Gallant and Barkat rather than the prime minister, a new Maariv election poll found.

Knesset passes law to protect lone soldier wages in special session

The Knesset held a special session, passing a law for lone soldier and bnot sherut wages and approving several other bills on their first readings.

Boost for Israeli travelers: Direct flight, electronic visas for Vietnam

The first flight from Israel to Vietnam is expected to take off in October 2023, and after that, two flights will be operated weekly by VietJet Air.

Israeli minister builds economic bridges in Vietnam

Economy Minister Barkat's trip is an effort to strengthen trade ties with the Southeast Asian country.

Israeli finance minister ends 40% milk import tariff to stop shortage

Meanwhile, Israel's cabinet plans to further change Israel's import system to resemble the European method of regulations and standards.

Grapevine June 9, 2023: A shared history

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