Total bilateral trade in 2011, according to the manufacturers association, was down by 23% due to drastic fall in natural gas imported to Israel
The foreign trade division at the Israel manufacturers association, reported last week that Israel's export to Egypt experienced 40% growth in 2011 reaching a total of US$209 million.
Export of chemical products was US$118 million, up 57% compared to 2010, which explains the large increase in exports.
Import from Egypt was slightly up despite continuous terror attacks on the supply of gas from Egypt.
Total bilateral trade in 2011, according to the manufacturers association, was down by 23% due to drastic fall in natural gas imported to Israel.
Export to Egypt up 40% in 2011
Total bilateral trade in 2011, according to the manufacturers association, was down by 23% due to drastic fall in natural gas imported to Israel
11.01.12 / 00:00
11.01.12
Export to Egypt up 40% in 2011
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