Is South Africa Boycotting Israel?

New trade regulations have been passed requiring Israeli products to be labelled as being from the "Occupied Palestinian Territories". Previously, the South African government said ties with the Jewish state remain "diplomatically" related.
  • South Africa:   Cabinet Approves Notice On Labelling

    SAnews.gov.za, 22 August 2012

    Cabinet has approved the decision for a notice to be issued by Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies requiring the labelling of goods coming from Israeli occupied territories. Read more »

The flag of Israel: The Israeli occupation of Palestinian land, which includes West Bank and Gaza, is seen as the foremost obstacle to peace in the region.

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