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Gov. Ron DeSantis Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

By  //  April 28, 2023

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trade between Florida and Israel reached $651 million in 2022

While on a historic trade mission, Governor Ron DeSantis met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

ISRAEL – While on a historic trade mission, Governor Ron DeSantis met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Florida continues to have a strong relationship with Israel, both economically and culturally.

Florida and Israel’s Economic Relationship

Bilateral trade between Florida and Israel reached $651 million in 2022, demonstrating the growing partnership between the two countries. Over the past five years, bilateral merchandise trade has grown by 65% and over the last ten years, bilateral trade has grown 176.1% between Florida and Israel.

Israel is the 19th largest foreign investor in the state of Florida, with Israeli affiliates estimated to have total holdings of $647 million. There are more than 50 Israeli companies supporting more than 2,400 jobs in Florida.

Florida has one non-stop flight from Miami International Airport to Tel Aviv which helps to support business relationships and promote tourism.