IW.110.VIKING BOER – ISRAEL WATCH – How Israel Got So Insanely Rich

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Israel is often considered one of the wealthiest nations globally, yet the reasons behind this are not immediately clear.
While some may attribute its hard #geopolitical position, many nations with better positions still struggle with severe #economic and social challenges.
So, how did #Israel overcome the “resource curse” and become the thriving economy it is today?
VIDEO CONTENT
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00:00 – Introduction and Welcome
01:42 – Israel Short History and Innovation Ecosystem
03:12 – What is Research and Development strategy
04:54 – Why Israel is Start-up Nation
06:53 – How Israel Boosted its Agriculture On Dry Land
09:13 – Why the Military Is So Important
11:33 – How Israel Becomes a Leader in Water Technology
13:48 – Alternative Energy Sources in Israel
15:47 – Israeli Tourism as a significant economic contributor
17:48 – Conclusion: Bright future of Israel’s economy?
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