Country name: Swiss Confederation
National Day: August 1 (1291)
Flag: Square. The flag is red with a white cross in the center. There are different opinions on the origin of the Swiss flag pattern, among which there are four representative theories. By 1848, Switzerland formulated a new federal constitution, officially stipulating that the red ground and white cross flag be the flag of the Swiss Confederation. White symbolizes peace, justice and light, red symbolizes the victory, happiness and enthusiasm of the people; the entire pattern of the national flag symbolizes the unity of the country. This flag was modified in 1889, changing the original horizontal rectangle with red ground and white cross into a square, symbolizing the country's impartial and neutral policy in diplomacy.
National emblem: It is the shield. The pattern and colors are the same as the national flag.
National flower: edelweiss
National stone: Xiaojing
National dignitaries: Federal President (Head of State) Moritz Leuenberg, Deputy Chairman Michelina Carmi-Re (female) took office on January 1, 2006 for a one-year term.
Federation Square in front of the Swiss Federal Building
Physical geography: area of ??41,284 square kilometers. It is a landlocked country located in central Europe, bordering Austria and Liechtenstein to the east, Italy to the south, France to the west, and Germany to the north. The country has a high terrain and is divided into three natural terrain areas: the Jura Mountains in the northwest, the Alps in the south and the central Swiss Plateau, with an average altitude of about 1,350 meters. The main rivers are the Rhine and Rhone. There are many lakes, 1,484 of which are the largest. Lake Geneva (Lake Leman) covers an area of ??about 581 square kilometers. The land belongs to the north temperate zone and is affected by the alternation of oceanic climate and continental climate, resulting in large climate changes.
The international city of Geneva
Population: 7.09 million (1997). Among them, foreigners account for 19.4%. The official languages ??are German, French and Italian. 63.6% of the residents speak German, 19.2% French, 7.6% Italian, 0.6% Romance, and 9% other languages. 44% of residents believe in Christianity, 48% believe in Catholicism, and 5% believe in other religions.
In Bern, the capital of Switzerland, dozens of visitors listened to staff explanations at the Swiss Federal Building. The Swiss Federal Building takes advantage of the summer recess of the Parliament to allow the public to visit for free and learn about the functions and working methods of the Parliament. Thousands of people come to visit every day.
Capital: Bern (Bern) The secret behind why billionaires are happy to live in Switzerland>>>
Brief history: The Alemanni (Germanic people) moved into eastern Switzerland in the 3rd century AD and the north, the Burgundians moved into the west and established the first Burgundian dynasty. It came under the rule of the Holy Roman Empire in the 11th century AD. In 1648, it got rid of the rule of the Holy Roman Empire, declared independence, and pursued a policy of neutrality. In 1798, Napoleon I invaded Switzerland and changed it to the "Helvetian Peace". In 1803, Switzerland restored its federation.
The unique Swiss horn
In 1815, the Congress of Vienna confirmed Switzerland as a permanently neutral country. In 1848, Switzerland formulated a new constitution and established a Federal Council, and it has since become a unified federal country. Switzerland remained neutral in both world wars. Switzerland has been an observer state to the United Nations since 1948. In a referendum held in March 2002, 54.6% of Swiss voters and 12 of Switzerland's 23 cantons approved of Switzerland joining the United Nations. On September 10, 2002, the 57th United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution to formally admit the Swiss Confederation as a new member state of the United Nations.
Politics: Switzerland is a federal country, and each state is a sovereign state with its own constitution. The Federal Council is the country's highest administrative body. The Federal Parliament is composed of the National Council and the Federal Council, which have equal powers. It is the federal legislative body. A law or resolution can only take effect if both houses agree. The Federal Council is the country's highest administrative body, and its chairman is the President of the Swiss Confederation, who is the head of state and head of government. The term is one year and cannot be re-elected. According to the constitution, Switzerland implements direct democracy in the form of "referendums" (referendums) and "citizens' initiatives".
Any amendment to the provisions of the Constitution, the signing of an international treaty with a term of more than 15 years, or the joining of an important international organization must go through a referendum and be approved by each state before it can take effect.
Headquarters of the Bank for International Settlements in Basel, Switzerland
Military: Switzerland implements a universal military service system, and healthy men aged 18 to 42 are required to serve every two years You must take 3 weeks to serve in the military, and service members can also choose to serve in the military all at once. The total service time of men is 260 days. Women have the same rights as men and can carry guns to participate in various military tasks. The Swiss army has 220,000 people (including 80,000 reservists and 20,000 recruits), and its functions are national defense and the prevention of terrorism. Switzerland will launch a military reform plan>>>
Diplomacy: Switzerland is a "permanently neutral country" and pursues an active neutrality policy. "Universality", "good service" and "international cooperation" are the three elements that constitute its foreign policy. In June 2005, Swiss citizens voted to join the Schengen Agreement. "Schengen Agreement"
Relationships with China: On September 14, 1950, Switzerland and China established diplomatic relations and exchanged ministers. In January 1956 and April 1957, China and Switzerland upgraded their legations to embassies respectively. In November 2003, Pascal Couchpin, President of the Swiss Confederation, paid a working visit to China.
Country name: The Kingdom of Sweden
Independence Day: June 6 (June 6, 1809, Sweden adopted its first modern constitution. In 1983, Parliament officially declares June 6 as Sweden's National Day)
Flag: blue, with a yellow cross slightly to the left. The blue and yellow colors come from the colors of the Swedish royal emblem.
National emblem: The large national emblem is in the form of a cape. The blue shield decorated with a crown is divided into four parts by a yellow cross: 3 crowns are painted on the upper left and lower right parts; a golden lion wearing a crown is painted on the upper right and lower left parts. . There is a small shield in the large shield. The left side is composed of blue, silver, white and red twills and a gold bottle; the right side is painted with a castle-style bell tower and a golden eagle. There are gold lions on both sides of the blue shield, and a medal at the bottom. The small national emblem is a blue shield with a crown. The three golden crowns on the shield are the symbol of the Kingdom of Sweden and also symbolize the Denmark, Sweden and Norway that formed the Kalmar Union.
National anthem: "Your Ancient and Glorious Northern Mountain Country"
National Bird: Blackbird (hundred-tongued)
National Stone: Small (Water) Crystal< /p>
National dignitaries: King Carl XVI Gustaf, who succeeded the throne in September 1973; Prime Minister Goran Persson, who became prime minister in March 1996 , re-elected in October 2002.
Physical geography: Located in the eastern part of Scandinavia in Northern Europe. It borders Finland to the northeast, Norway to the west and northwest, the Baltic Sea to the east, and the North Sea to the southwest. Its territory covers an area of ??449,900 square kilometers (excluding territorial waters). The coastline is about 2181 kilometers long. The terrain slopes from northwest to southeast. In the north is the Nordland Plateau, with the country's highest peak, Kebnekaise Peak, at an altitude of 2,123 meters. The south and coastal areas are mostly plains or hills. The main rivers are the G?ta River, the Dal River, and the Ongeman River. There are many lakes, about 92,000. The largest Lake V?nern covers an area of ??5,585 square kilometers, ranking third in Europe. About 15% of the land is within the Arctic Circle, but affected by the warm Atlantic current, winters are not too cold. Most areas have a temperate coniferous forest climate, and the southernmost part has a temperate broad-leaved forest climate.
Population: 8.909 million (at the end of 2001). 90% are Swedes (descendants of the Germanic ethnic group), and there are more than 1 million foreign immigrants and their descendants (52.6% of them are foreigners). The Sami people in the north are the only ethnic minority, with about 10,000 people. The official language is Swedish. 90% of the people believe in Lutheran Christianity.
Capital: Stockholm, urban population 750,000 (early 2000).
Administrative divisions: The country is divided into five provinces and one autonomous region: South Finland, Eastern Finland, West Finland, Oulu Province, Labi Province and the ?land Island Autonomous Region.
A bronze sculpture titled "Without Violence" on Seger Street in central Stockholm
A brief history: The formation of the country began around 1100 AD. Annexed Finland in 1157.
In 1397, it formed the Kalmar Union with Denmark and Norway and was ruled by Dan. It became independent from the alliance in 1523. In the same year, Gustav Vasa was elected king. Sweden was at its peak from 1654 to 1719, and its territory included what is now Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and the Baltic Sea coast areas of Russia, Poland, and Germany. After the failure of the war against Russia, Denmark and Poland in 1718, it gradually declined. In 1805, he participated in the Napoleonic War. After being defeated by Russia in 1809, he was forced to cede Finland. In 1814, he acquired Norway from Denmark and formed the Swedish-Norwegian Alliance with Norway. Norway became independent from the Union in 1905. Sweden remained neutral in both world wars.
Swedish Navy Women
Politics: The current constitution consists of the Government Code (enacted in 1809, revised in 1974), the Succession to the Throne Act (enacted in 1810, revised in 1979) and freedom of the press It consists of three basic laws: the Law of the People's Republic of China (enacted in 1949), and the Organic Law of the Parliament (enacted in 1866 and revised in 1974). The constitution stipulates that Sweden is a constitutional monarchy. The king is the head of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces. As a national symbol, he only performs representative or ceremonial duties and cannot interfere with parliamentary and government work. Parliament is the country's only legislative body, elected by universal suffrage. The government is the highest administrative body of the country and is accountable to the Parliament. The king's eldest child is the legal heir to the throne. The parliament is unicameral.
Economy: Sweden implements a "mixed economy" that combines developed private industry and commerce with a relatively complete state-owned public service sector. It is famous for its high wages, high taxes, and high welfare. Forests, iron ore and water power are Sweden's three major natural resources. On this basis, four traditional industrial systems have been developed and formed: mining and metallurgy, forestry and papermaking, electric power and machinery manufacturing. As a country rich in timber, iron ore, and water resources, Sweden focuses on developing an export-oriented industrialized economy. Industry plays a very important role in the national economy, and 82% of industrial products are exported abroad. After the mid-1970s, the Swedish industrial structure underwent significant changes. Sweden has increased its efforts and investment in scientific research and development, and its high-tech industry has developed rapidly. The fields of transportation, communications, medicine and health care, information, and environmental protection have strong competitiveness in the world. The steel and wood processing industries, once the main export sectors of Sweden, have Gradually replaced by industrial sectors such as machinery manufacturing, electronic precision instruments, and automobiles. Shipbuilding, textile and other industries are in decline, and the government has provided large amounts of funds to subsidize them, reorganize them or nationalize them. Metalworking and machine building are Sweden's most important industrial sectors. Swedish mechanical products are characterized by precision, durability and high levels of craftsmanship
People shop at a Christmas market in Stockholm. This Christmas market is hundreds of years old and still retains its medieval style. Every year before Christmas, not only local residents come to shop in an endless stream, but also many tourists come here to appreciate the charm of this ancient market.
. Traditional products such as ball bearings and refrigeration equipment enjoy a high reputation in the international market. The steel industry is one of the industrial sectors with a long history. The chemical industry is one of Sweden's main industrial sectors. Within the chemical industry, petrochemistry and petroleum refining are the most prominent, and plastics, chemical fibers, pharmaceuticals and fertilizers have also developed significantly. The automobile industry developed rapidly after the war. In addition to producing cars, it also produced various trucks. One-third of car production is sold in the United States. The energy industry plays a very important role in the Swedish economy. Sweden has a developed industry and a large number of energy-intensive enterprises. Coupled with long winters and long transportation lines, Sweden is a country with high energy consumption. Only electricity consumption averages about 13,000 kilowatt hours per person per year. Sweden's agriculture and service industries are also relatively developed. Sweden's economy mainly relies on foreign trade and advocates market openness and free trade. Sweden's main export products are: automobiles and transportation equipment, machinery and instruments, electronic products, wood pulp and paper, pharmaceutical chemicals, and steel and metal products. More than 60% of Sweden's imported goods are components and raw materials for the manufacturing industry, mainly including: electronic products, machinery and instruments, automobiles and transportation equipment, food, textiles and footwear, etc.
Reindeer sledding
Culture: Implement 9-year compulsory free education. Famous universities include Stockholm University, Uppsala University, Lund University, Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm Business School, etc. Swedish people have high cultural quality, are hospitable, simple and honest, have civilized conversation, behave well, and are punctual. Swedes attach great importance to environmental protection, love flowers, birds and other wild animals, and love nature.
Employees enjoy 5 weeks of statutory paid leave every year, work 5 days a week, and work a total of 15,000 hours throughout the year. People like to use their free time to do outdoor activities, go hiking in forests and fields, pick wild fruits and mushrooms, and go swimming, boating, and fishing in sea and lakes. In the summer when the days are long and the nights are short, everyone travels at home and abroad one after another. Sweden has become one of the countries with the largest number of tourists in the world. Sports activities are even more popular among Swedes. According to a survey released by the University of Gothenburg in Sweden on June 24, 2002, the Internet has surpassed traditional newspapers and become the more popular media in Sweden. According to a sample survey, the average Swede spends 23 minutes browsing the Internet every day and night, while Swedes spend 21 minutes reading daily newspapers and only 8 minutes reading evening newspapers. The times are up to 2 hours and 45 minutes respectively. The survey shows that women are more likely to listen to the radio and read books; men are more likely to watch teletext news, watch videos and read evening newspapers. People with higher education are more willing to surf the Internet, read books and read professional magazines; while people with lower education are happy to watch TV, listen to the radio and read evening newspapers.
Military: Sweden currently has a total force of about 65,000 troops and about 20,000 civilian personnel, and can mobilize 850,000 people in wartime. In September 2004, Swedish Defense Minister Bjorklund issued a statement saying that Sweden used to regard preventing invasion from the former Soviet bloc as the focus of national defense, but this threat no longer exists. The focus now is on dealing with international crises and safeguarding the country's territorial integrity.
Attractions: Nobel's House is located in Birch Mountain Villa in Karlskuga, central Sweden, more than 200 kilometers away from Stockholm. This is a milky white two-story building. The green lawn in front of the building and the surrounding birch forest complement each other, creating a quiet environment. In 1894, Alfred Nobel ended his overseas wandering career and returned to his motherland to settle down, where he spent most of the last two years of his life. Since the old residence where he was born in Stockholm now has high-rise buildings, Birch Villa has become the only Nobel's former residence that has been completely preserved today. Since the establishment of the memorial hall in 1975, it has become a tourist attraction and the center of Nobel academic activities. The Nobel Academic Symposium is held here every year, where famous scientists from all over the world gather to discuss new topics in the field of science and Nobel's academic thoughts of "benefiting mankind". The memorial hall retains photos of Nobel's activities during his lifetime, various technical invention patent certificates, gold medals and wills he obtained. Nobel's bedroom was very simply furnished, with only the most necessary furniture such as a bed, table and wardrobe, while his laboratory was full of various instruments and equipment. Nobel was born on October 21, 1833. He earned the reputation of the "King of Explosives" for his inventions of glycerin detonators, detonators, nitroglycerin solid explosives, and colloidal explosives. Died on December 10, 1896. Aged 63. According to his will, part of his estate, equivalent to US$9.2 million, was used as a fund to reward scientific workers who benefited mankind. With the interest of this fund, five prizes are divided into physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, and peace. They are awarded once a year on Nobel's death day, called the Nobel Prize.
The Swedish Royal Palace is the place where the king works and holds celebrations, and is the main tourist attraction in Stockholm. Located in the center of Stockholm. Built in the 17th century, it is the work of the famous Swedish architect Trial. The main entrance is separated by two stone lions on both sides. Two guards wearing red tassel military caps and medieval costumes stand with guns, looking very majestic. There are many exquisite reliefs on the four walls of the palace, and there is a large courtyard in the middle. The palace church and state hall in the southern half of the palace and the banquet hall in the northern half of the palace still maintain their original furnishings and are open to the public. In the magnificent hall of the palace, large portraits of kings and queens of all generations hang on the walls, and the dome is decorated with magnetic inlays, carvings and gorgeous paintings. It is said that most of them were painted by German artists in the 17th century. Some rooms also display ancient chariot weapons, jewelry, gold and silver vessels, and physical models of medieval knights holding spears and wearing bronze helmets and iron armor. The palace guard holds a grand changing of the guard ceremony according to ancient traditions at noon every day, attracting a large number of tourists.
Historical celebrity: Alfred Bernhard Nobel (Alfred Bernhard Nobel, 1833.10.21--1896.12.10), a famous Swedish chemist and inventor of nitroglycerin dynamite. Born in Stockholm, Sweden in 1833, he devoted his life to the research of explosives and made significant achievements in the research of nitroglycerin. Nobel died in Italy on December 10, 1896. The year before his death, he proposed in his will that part of his estate (US$9.2 million) should be used as a fund, and the interest would be divided into five prizes: physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature and peace, to be awarded to countries around the world in these fields. Scholars who have made significant contributions to mankind. In June 1900, the Swedish government approved the establishment of the Nobel Foundation, and the Nobel Prize was awarded for the first time on December 10, 1901, the fifth anniversary of Nobel's death the following year. In 1968, on the occasion of the 300th anniversary of CCB, the Swedish Central Bank provided funds to establish the Nobel Economics Prize (full name: "Swedish Central Bank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Bernd Nobel", also known as "Nobel Economics Prize"). Award"), and began to be awarded simultaneously with the other five awards in 1969. Nobel Prize>>>
Olof Palme (Olof Palme, 1927.1.30--1986.2.28), the late Prime Minister of Sweden. Born in Stockholm on January 30, 1927. In his early years, he studied at the Sigtuna School near Stockholm and served in the army after graduation. After World War II, he entered Kenyon College in Ohio, USA, and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1948. After returning to China, he entered Stockholm University and received a bachelor's degree in law in 1951. Joined the Social Democratic Party in 1950. In 1953, he served as special adviser to the Swedish Prime Minister. Elected as a member of parliament in 1958. Served in government since 1963. In 1969, he became chairman of the Social Democratic Party. He served as Prime Minister twice, in 1969 and 1982. In November 1976, he was elected vice president of the Socialist International. In September 1980, the "Independent Commission on Disarmament and Security Issues" (also known as the "Palme Commission") was established on his initiative and served as chairman. In November 1980, he served as the special envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General to mediate the Iran-Iraq war. Assassinated in Stockholm on February 28, 1986.
Diplomacy: Pursue the foreign policy of "military non-alignment in peacetime in order to maintain neutrality in the event of war in neighboring areas". Actively participate in international cooperation at three levels: neighboring regions, European and world affairs. It believes that cooperation is security, and neighboring regions are the basis of its own security. The EU plays an increasingly important role in OSCE affairs, recognizes NATO's leading position in OSCE affairs, and regards participation in United Nations affairs as one of the cornerstones of diplomacy. In June 1994, it joined NATO's "Partnership for Peace". It became a full member of the European Union on January 1, 1995. Sweden also advocates the role of the United Nations in actively promoting détente and disarmament. Sweden is a member of the Council of Europe, the Nordic Council, and the European Free Trade Association.
Relations with China: On May 9, 1950, Sweden established diplomatic relations with China. Country name: The State of Israel
Independence Day: May 14 (1948). Israel declared independence on May 14, 1948. Although Israel uses the Gregorian calendar in daily life, its national holidays follow the Jewish calendar. Therefore, Independence Day does not necessarily fall on May 14 in the Gregorian calendar every year.
National Day: May 14 (1948)
National flag: rectangular, with a length-to-width ratio of approximately 3:2. The flag is white with a blue stripe above and below it. The blue and white colors come from the colors of the shawls used by Jewish believers in prayer. In the center of the white flag is a blue six-pointed star, which was the star of David, the ancient king of Israel, symbolizing the power of the country.
National emblem: It is a rectangular shield. There is a seven-branched candlestick on the blue shield. According to records, this candlestick was the object that lit the altar in the Temple of Jerusalem. The menorah is decorated with olive branches on both sides, symbolizing the Jewish desire for peace. Below the menorah is written "The State of Israel" in Hebrew.
National anthem: "Song of Hope"
National dignitaries: President Moshe Katsav (2000); interim Prime Minister Ehud Olmert ( Ehud Olmert, in January 2006, Sharon temporarily assumed the powers of prime minister after he was seriously ill and was hospitalized. In April, he was appointed interim prime minister; Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni, who took office in January 2006; Defense Minister Sau Shaul Mofaz; Interim Speaker Simon Peres; Chief of General Staff Moshe Ya'alon; Likud Chairman Benjamin Netanya Benjamin Netanyahu.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Rabin who dedicated his life to peace in the Middle East
The Old City of Jerusalem under the moonlight
Physical geography: According to the 1947 United Nations resolution on the partition of Palestine According to regulations, the area of ??the State of Israel is 14,900 square kilometers. Located in the west of Asia, it borders Lebanon to the north, Syria to the northeast, Jordan to the east, the Mediterranean Sea to the west, and the Gulf of Aqaba to the south. It is the junction of the three continents of Asia, Africa and Europe. The coast is a long and narrow plain, and there are mountains and plateaus in the east. It has a Mediterranean climate.
Population: 6.259 million (2000 statistics, including Jewish residents of the West Bank, Gaza Strip and East Jerusalem), of which Jews account for 76.7%, Arabs, Druze and others account for 23.3% %. Hebrew is the national language, and Arabic is the official language, and English is commonly used. Judaism is the state religion, and about 85% of the residents believe in Judaism and 13% believe in Islam.
Prayers at the Wailing Wall on Rosh Hashanah
Capital: Tel Aviv (Tel Aviv) when the country was founded, moved to Jerusalem (Jerusalem) in 1950, and is not universally recognized. On July 30, 1980, the Israeli Knesset passed a bill declaring Jerusalem the "eternal and indivisible capital" of Israel, but its seat of government remains in Tel Aviv. "[Arab countries and Israel have always had disputes over the status and ownership of Jerusalem. Arab countries demand that "Israel withdraw from all Arab territories it has occupied since 1967, including Arab Jerusalem (referring to East Jerusalem)." The vast majority of the same Countries with diplomatic relations still have their embassies in Tel Aviv]. Jerusalem has a population of about 634,000 (in 2000). The Wailing Wall
A landmark building in the port city of Haifa
"Ship-Shaped Building"
Brief history: Israel has a long history and is the birthplace of the world's major religions, Judaism, Islam and Christianity. The distant ancestors of the Jews were the Hebrews, a branch of the ancient Semitic people, starting at the end of the 13th century BC. They moved from Egypt to Palestine and established the Kingdom of Hebrews and the Kingdom of Israel. These two kingdoms were conquered by the Assyrians in 722 BC and destroyed by the Babylonians in 63 BC. Some Jews were expelled from Palestine and fled to various European and American countries. In the 7th century AD, Palestine was occupied by the Arab Empire, and Arabs became the majority of the residents there. At the end of the 19th century, Palestine was annexed by the Ottoman Empire. Zionist movement, and established the "Zionist Organization of the Century" in 1897. Britain occupied Palestine in 1917 and issued the Balfour Declaration on November 2.
The first world cultural heritage - the ancient city
Ak has a history of more than 5,000 years and is one of the oldest cities in the world
< p> expresses its advocacy of "establishing a Jewish home for the Jewish people in Palestine guaranteed by public and legal laws." In 1922, the League of Nations passed the British Mandate for Palestine, stipulating the establishment of a "Jewish National Home" in Palestine. Later, Jews from all over the world immigrated to Palestine in large numbers. On November 29, 1947, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution deciding to establish an Arab state and a Jewish state in Palestine. The State of Israel was officially established on May 14, 1948. In September 2005, the Israel Defense Forces held a farewell ceremony and lowered the flag at the Israeli military headquarters near the original Gaza settlement, declaring the end of Israel's 38-year occupation of Gaza.Review of Palestinian-Israeli Relations in 2005 and Israel’s Nuclear Situation in the Gaza Strip and Jewish Settlement
Politics: Israel is a parliamentary country. The Parliament is the highest authority with legislative power and is responsible for formulating and Modify national laws, vote on political issues, approve the appointment of cabinet members and oversee government work, and elect the president and speaker of the house. Candidates for parliament run on a party basis. Israel does not have a constitution, only basic laws such as the Knesset Law, the Presidential Law, and the Cabinet Law. The president is the symbolic head of state and his functions are essentially ceremonial. Parliament has the power to remove the president from office. The Cabinet is accountable to Parliament.
The Kadima Party wins the Israeli election, the Israeli Knesset electoral system, the three major political parties in Israel, the Likud Group
Old City of Jerusalem
Cathedral of the Holy Sepulcher
< p>Economy: For more than 50 years, Israel, with its barren land and resource shortages, has adhered to the road of becoming a powerful country through science and technology and attached great importance to education and talent cultivation, which has enabled the economy to develop rapidly. In 1999, the per capita GDP reached as high as 16,000 US dollars. . The development of Israel's high-tech industry has attracted worldwide attention, especially in the areas of electronics, communications, computer software, medical equipment, biotechnology engineering, agriculture, and aviation, with advanced technologies and advantages. Israel is located on the edge of the desert and has limited water resources. The severe water shortage has led Israel to develop a unique drip irrigation water-saving technology in agriculture, making full use of existing water resources and turning large areas of desert into oasis. Farmers, who account for less than 5% of the total population, not only feed the people, but also export large quantities of high-quality fruits, vegetables, flowers and cotton.Old Town of Jaffa, the lowest park on earth
Tourist destination Dead Sea
Diplomacy: Carry out all-round diplomacy. Maintain traditional friendly relations with Western countries; maintain the status of strategic alliance with the United States; actively develop relations with CIS countries and Eastern European countries; promote the Middle East peace process and strive to achieve reconciliation with Arab countries; expand relations with African and Asian countries.
Relations with China: On January 9, 1950, Israel announced its recognition of the Republic of China. On January 24, 1992, Israel and China established diplomatic relations at the ambassadorial level. In December 2003, Israeli President Katsav paid a state visit to China. In November 2005, the Israeli government officially recognized China's full market economy status. The total bilateral trade volume from January to September 2005 reached US$2.26 billion, a year-on-year increase of 22.7%.