The United States is regarded as one of the most important ally of Israel. The two countries hold strong political, economic, and cultural relations. In a survey conducted in Israel in 2021, percent of the Jewish self-identified left-wing respondents stated that they saw the United States as a friendly country. This political group had the most favorable opinion of the United States. However, many respondents who politically identified as center or right-wing supporters also saw the United States as an Israel-friendly country ( percent and percent, respectively).
Strong trade ties
The United States is an important trade partner of Israel. In 2021, imports from the United States into Israel accumulated nearly billion U.S. dollars. This was a slight increase compared to the previous year. Imports include machinery, electrical products, vehicles, and aircraft. In addition, in the same year, the value of exports from Israel to the United States reached billion U.S. dollars, which was a considerable increase compared to the previous year. Israel exports several goods to the United States, including medicines and electronic components.
Numerous American tourists in Israel
In 2021, the number of tourists from the United States in Israel amounted to compared to around in the previous year. This decrease stemmed from the coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions that prevented international tourists from entering the country. Numerous American tourists visit Israel every year, including groups of Israeli and Jewish youth who reside in the United States and take, in well-known programs such as Taglit or Masa.