The new service will operate two container vessels on a weekly basis, connecting to the company's global network

Bilateral commerce between the Colombia and Israel currently amounts to about $US700m annually

A total of 10 ships of 8,500 20-foot-equivalent units will be deployed in the new ASE service

Import of goods (gross, excluding diamonds) totaled NIS19.2 billion. 34% were imports from EU countries, 22% from Asian countries, 14% from USA

A statement by the Obama administration said the US will focus on the reduction of all barriers which affect the smooth flow of services

Exports of goods during the month totaled NIS13.7 billion

The two countries ministries of trade enter a fourth round of negotiations

The country has serve on the Council of Administration for the past four years