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Open doors, open hearts

By Doreen G. Yu | July 31, 2011 - 12:00am

Israeli Ambassador Zvi Vapni and his family leave today after four years in the Philippines, four very fruitful and memorable years not just for him and his embassy but also for the many, many friends he has made...

Starweek Magazine

Convenient to blame the columnists

By Boo Chanco | May 23, 2011 - 12:00am

Because studies show Filipinos don’t read that much, I honestly never thought columnists are that powerful.

Business

Pinoy seafarers urged not to join new Gaza aid flotilla

By Pia Lee-Brago | June 19, 2010 - 12:00am

Israel has requested the Philippine government to ask Filipinos not to participate in the new aid flotilla being organized by Lebanon and Iran because these activities may put them in harm’s way.

Headlines

Israel envoy urges RP, nations not to be swept by rhetoric

By Pia Lee-Brago | June 2, 2010 - 8:00pm

MANILA, Philippines - Facing furious international condemnation for the assault on a flotilla of humanitarian aid bound for Gaza, Israel’s top diplomat in the country said today the loss of lives in the attack...

Israel extends technical assistance to Pinoy farmers

December 20, 2009 - 12:00am

The government of Israel recently extended its technical assistance program to Filipino farmers aimed at enhancing farm productivity and increase income in agrarian reform communities established under the Comprehensive...

The Good News

Israel deems Cebu as vital trade partner

By Ehda Dagooc | July 24, 2009 - 12:00am

Following the opening of its Consulate Office here, the Israeli government expects to strengthen trade partnership with Cebu, specifically in tourism, Information Technology, manufacturing, infrastructure, and consumer...

Freeman Cebu Business

Israeli ambassador sees huge potential for business linkages

By Rhia de Pablo | April 4, 2009 - 12:00am

Having seen the huge potential of doing business linkages with the Philippines, Israel ambassador Zvi A. Vapni is now intensifying efforts to touch base with the business community to present win-win propositions...

Freeman Cebu Business

Ceasefire won't be an issue in Israeli elections - envoy

By Pia Lee-Brago | January 31, 2009 - 12:00am

Israeli Ambassador Zvi Vapni claimed Thursday that Israel’s recent offensive, including airstrikes, and the latest ceasefire would not be a dividing issue in the Feb. 10 elections in Israel.

Headlines

'Israel fighting terror'

By Pia Lee-Brago | December 30, 2008 - 12:00am

Israel’s ambassador to Manila justified yesterday his country’s military operation in the Gaza Strip against Hamas targets, saying the attacks aimed to limit the militant group’s capacity to sow...

Headlines

Israel eyes trade relations with Cebu

By Ehda Dagooc | May 28, 2008 - 12:00am

The State of Israel aims to jumpstart strong trade relations with the Philippines seeing an opportunity to increase trade exchanges by capitalizing on each country’s expertise.

Freeman Cebu Business