Originally posted by Kellan
All this really goes to prove is that the world is more industrially/economically integrated now than ever before. I have no doubt that America depends on Israel for some of its technological expertise whilst Israel depends on America's military expertise in equipment, and both countries depend on China to produce their clothing and shoes.
Don't forget Taiwan/Hong Kong for all the portable radios, remote-controlled cars, etc.

Oh, yeah - Israel is also one of the largest diamond importers or exporters - I forget which - in the world. IIRC, South Africa sends many of their diamonds up here to be cut or something.
