Concern that laws could be passed preventing firms from conducting business here

Fine Gael MEP Regina Doherty. Photo: Collins

Israel is likely to retaliate against exports to Ireland if the Occupied Territories Bill (OTB), banning the import of goods from the West Bank, is passed, a Fine Gael MEP has warned.

Ireland has a substantial trade deficit with Israel, importing over €4bn worth of goods in 2023. By contrast, the value of our exports was just over €1bn.