Understanding Israel - 9781138125643

Name: Understanding Israel - 9781138125643
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Understanding IsraelPolitical, Societal and Security Challenges\nAuthor(s): Joel Peters, Rob Geist Pinfold\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138125643, 978-1138125643\nSynopsis\nThe State of Israel is an unlikely powerhouse in a troubled region. Since 1948, Israel has retained its status as a democratic state without interruption. An investor-friendly environment and skilled workforce have led to a thriving economy, whilst the Israel Defense Forces are one of the most powerful armed forces in the world. Yet Israel is also blighted by a plethora of foreign, domestic and security challenges, some of which threaten the very fabric of the state. The cost of living continues to soar; political corruption appears endemic and the conflict with the Palestinians divides domestic opinion and sours Israeli foreign relations. Thus, contemporary Israel remains perplexing, resisting any straightforward categorizations or genera.