Gazan Roses for Valentine
Gaza product carnations, roses and chrysanthemums. The mild climate and proximity to the sea provide ideal conditions. Ten years ago, producers Gazans exporting 80 million flowers a year. But since the takeover by Hamas in 2007, and the blockade imposed by Israel, exports have virtually ceased.
The European market needs flowers for Valentine's Day. Israel has yielded to the request of the Netherlands and eased the blockade on an exceptional basis. Coordination is made by the Dutch government. Its representatives are waiting at the Israeli border.
The amount authorized to pass only a small part of the production of Gaza. But it will relieve some farmers. And it will also benefit the Israeli trade. Most flowers from Gaza are bought for export by an Israeli company, which then exports to Europe.
(According to Mr. Klaric)
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