The Embassy of Israel in the Philippines & Israel's Economic & Commercial Mission to the PH, in cooperation with the Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (DCCCII) held the Davao-Israel Business Forum to boost the #trade and #economic relations b/w #Israel and #Davao.
Ambassador Ilan Fluss said during the forum that Davao is an ideal city for Israeli #businesses to venture being the “#foodbasket” of the Philippines.
The forum featured an overview of the Israel #AgroTechnology Sector presented by Mr. Tomer Heyvi, Israel’s Economic Counsellor and Head of Mission.
The sessions included discussions on Sustainable Aquaculture Solutions for High-value catch and Smart Greenhouses and Open-field systems to enhance production of high-value crops.
#B2B meetings were held after the forum to connect Israeli and Filipino companies for further cooperation. Dr. Maria Lourders Monteverde, President of DCCCII; Israel's Honorary Consul to #Mindanao based in Davao Mr. Jorge Marquez; & other business sectors were in attendance.
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The embassy and Israel’s Ministry of Tourism spearheaded a Stakeholder’s Tourism Forum in #Davao City attended by the directors of #tourism of the local governments in the region and private sectors. The event highlighted the promotion of tourism b/w Israel and the Philippines.
“Philippine Airlines is aiming to start direct flights to Israel by April next year. This is expected to boost the tourism, economy, and people-to-people relations between Israel and the Philippines. Filipinos are entitled to free visa access to 🇮🇱 for 90 days,” Amb. Fluss said
Ambassador Ilan Fluss announced. "You can combine your traditional #HolyLand tour with a modern culinary and night life in #TelAviv. Israel is also a hub of technology and innovation you can enjoy and learn from," Ambassador recommended.