Guinea–Israel relations

Guinea–Israel relations refers to the current and historical relationship between Guinea and Israel. Diplomatic relations between Guinea and Israel were re-established in July 2016.[1]

History

Israel had diplomatic relations with the colonial French Guinea until 1958, when Guinea became independent.[1] In 1967, Guinea cut ties with Israel.[2]

Trade relations

Israel exported a total of US $4.13 million to Guinea in 2014, mainly electronics and raw materials,[3] while Guinea's exports to Israel totaled US $6.95 million, almost exclusively raw diamonds.[4]

References

  1. 1 2 Zeff, Michael (July 20, 2016). "Israel and Guinea announce diplomatic relations". Ynetnews. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
  2. ↑ Ahren, Raphael (July 20, 2016). "After 49 years, Israel renews diplomatic ties with Guinea". Times of Israel. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
  3. ↑ "What does Israel export to Guinea? (2014)". The Observatory of Economic Complexity. 2014. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
  4. ↑ "What does Guinea export to Israel? (2014)". The Observatory of Economic Complexity. 2014. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
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