This has been despite opposition from the Histadrut , Israel's powerful trade union movement. Trade with both South Asia and the Asia-Pacific region is also growing rapidly. Business can be frustrating, as in many instances it is difficult to get a direct reply to a question. Appointments are usual, as is the use of business cards. Normal courtesies should be observed, although business meetings tend to be less formal than in Britain.
Business hours vary owing to the different religions practised.
Some offices are open half day on Friday. Apart from hotels and the convention centres in Jerusalem, Eliat and Tel Aviv, opportunities exist to hold meetings in kibbutzim.