Ireland's contradictory role as Israel's second-largest trading partner amid boycott calls
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Patrick Bresnihan and Patrick Brodie
Summary
This article examines the surprising economic relationship between Ireland and Israel, revealing that Ireland is Israel's second-largest trading partner despite Ireland being one of Israel's most vocal European critics. The piece explores the disconnect between strong Irish public support for boycotting Israel over its treatment of Palestinians and the booming trade between the two countries, driven largely by multinational corporations operating in Ireland. The author argues that this trade growth undermines advocacy efforts for comprehensive sanctions against Israel's apartheid, occupation, and genocide of Palestinians.
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bskyIreland's contradictory role as Israel's second-largest trading partner amid boycott callsirishexaminer.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledFrom the perspective of those of us who have been advocating for a comprehensive boycott of Israel against its apartheid, occupation, and genocide of Palestinians, this is a bewildering and disappointing situation.
Despite strong public support for sanctions, Ireland's trade with Israel is booming — and multinationals are driving the growth.
Most members of the top 10 were not surprising. In 2024, the USA was by far the most significant, alongside prominent allies the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands. China features in third place. However, Israel's second most significant trading partner shocked many observers: its most 'vocal' European critic, Ireland.
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