Israeli Government Budget
Israel’s 'bloated, unstable' gov't harms public service, wastes millions each year, report finds
State Comptroller Englman recommends limiting ministries, ending duplication, and requiring full staffing and budget groundwork before government powers are reshuffled.
Knesset Finance panel debates transfer of NIS 98 million to haredi schools
Protesters block Knesset entrance following approval of 2026 state budget
Netanyahu, Smotrich to 'set aside' haredi draft law, approve billions in defense funding for war
Israel's small businesses will protest if rescue plan is ditched
If the upcoming state budget doesn't include a line for small businesses, it will echo and trickle down for generations, Lahav's president said.
170 local authority heads to Netanyahu: Education policy is flawed
Local authorities are not satisfied with the coalition's plans and warned that they will not be able to cover the costs of funding for haredi schools.
Next government will need to spend less, says new budget plan
A recently-filed budget plan from the Finance Ministry projects a significant increase in the deficit in the coming years, which should be mitigated by cutting funds where possible.
Israel's Foreign Ministry quietly launches re-branded hasbara org.
VOI’s mission of “recognizing that the State of Israel’s international legitimacy" is a national security issue of the highest order, an official document states.
A food security pilot program has been added to Israel’s national budget
With NIS 155 million of annual support, the program aims to feed those in need, while granting struggling families the tools needed to escape food insecurity.
Government agrees to formulate national AI plan
The plan could be based on the work of an Israeli cyber industry icon.
Is the government’s cost of living plan any good? - analysis
Prime Minister Bennett held a joint press conference to explain his plan to reduce the cost of living in Israel, with experts weighing in on the potential of the plan to address rising prices.
Tour guides skeptical of Tourism Ministry’s latest effort to revive industry
The Tourism Ministry has committed to grant a NIS 25 million budget for guided tours for the general public by hiring qualified tour guides.
State budget won't be expedited to prevent coalition collapse
There were those in the governing coalition who sought to expedite the budget's passage in an effort to make it harder to topple the government.
Fitch Ratings applauds Israel's budget approval
Israel's financial position has benefited this year from its strong economic rebound, the gradual removal of pandemic restrictions, and particularly strong fiscal revenues from the hi-tech sector.
