Israel to allow exports from Gaza Strip to boost local businesses

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Israel is to allow exports from the Gaza Strip in a move to help businesses devastated by the blockade imposed on the territory in June 2007.

The security cabinet approved the move today after increasing demands for action by the international community in recent months.

The loosening of the exports moratorium will happen in two phases, according to an Israeli official.

The first – which will begin immediately but be implemented in stages – will cover agricultural products, furniture, textiles and ceramics. No details were given on the second phase.

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