November 19, 2008
Palestinian Economy- 19 Nov. 10am Ambassador Hotel

MediaCentral is pleased to invite you to a special Press Briefing focused on investment in the Palestinian economy, on Wednesday, November 19th 10:00 am at the Ambassador Hotel in Jerusalem, with Dr. Samir Hulileh. ...

November 20, 2008
ISRAEL 21C - Break-through Innovation

Nicky Blackburn, Editor-in-Chief of ISRAEL21c, a leading provider of stories about Israel beyond the conflict, will reveal the latest and most talked-about technological innovations coming from Israel these days. ...

December 31, 2008
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