Nir Barkat
US import reform approved in Knesset
The Knesset has approved a landmark bill aimed at easing the entry of US-standard goods into the country without requiring additional local certification.
Significant award inspired by tragedy: Herzog presents Jerusalem Unity Prize 2026
Can Israel’s economy survive after a seven-front war?
Grapevine March 1, 2026: Women in the spotlight
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
Movers and shakers in Israeli society
Israel's delicate ties with Diaspora Jews highlighted in New York
DIASPORA AFFAIRS: The Jerusalem Post Conference and the parade, as well as the entire situation in the US, demonstrated the complexity of Israel-Diaspora ties.
