He was one of the 13 business leaders who joined a four-day trip to the UAE organised by Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP), a venture capitalist firm. "We're learning, we're opening our eyes, friendships and personal ties are being formed," said JVP founder Erel Margalit, who led the Israeli delegation. Charismatic and gregarious, Margalit is one of Israel's top venture capitalists, having backed more than 150 technology start-ups. - Friends first, business after -While Margalit's delegation was seeking business partners, he stressed that private sector deals were a proven method of solidifying peace among nations. "We came here to make friends; business will follow," she said.

Source: Bangkok Post November 02, 2020 04:30 UTC