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Achievements

Key Achievements of the Israeli High-Tech Association

Shin Bet Law and Cyber Law Amendments

With the aim of providing appropriate regulations for the high-tech sector, the Association contributed to changes in the Shin Bet law, collaborating with the government to increase transparency and enhance transparency and dialogue with business stakeholders.

endment of Section 14 in the Privacy Protection Law

Promoted changes in the Privacy Protection Law to match corporate needs better, ensuring employee and customer privacy protection.

Refund of Social Payments for Reserve Soldiers

We advanced and backed an initiative allowing companies to receive refunds for social expenses for reserve soldiers, covering around 30% of the company's costs for employees in reserve duty.

Prevention of Increased Contributions to Social Security

Efforts were made to halt an additional rise in employer contributions to National Insurance, which was proposed to go from 0.1% to 0.2%

Heavy Aircraft Landing at Ben Gurion Airport

Due to the Association's efforts, a regulation limiting takeoffs and landings of four-engine aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport was lifted, preserving the ability of high-tech companies to import and export heavy equipment.

Construction Permit Facilitation

The Association's intervention expedited the permit process for a multinational company's expansion in Israel, enabling swift construction of new technological facilities.

Cancellation of French Government Decision at Eurosatory Exhibition in France

Following France’s decision to bar Israeli companies from the Eurosatory arms exhibition, we filed a lawsuit in the French Supreme Court on grounds of discrimination. This intervention resulted in a reversal of the decision, enabling Israeli companies to attend the key event.

Simplifying Regulations with the Ministry of Communications

The Association is working with the Ministry of Communications to simplify regulatory processes for communication and technology companies, improving the business and innovation environment.