It is one of the few countries which have deposits of both phosphates and potash necessary for use in the three main types of fertilizers. In construction. the Israel Government has erected over 300.000 permanent housing units since 1948. plus schools. office buildings. hotels. and factories. In addition there has been much private building. Housing the many immigrants has been one of the heaviest burdens on Israels economy. but the large sums necessary have been spent. In transportation and communications. similar progress has been made. particularly in sea and air transport which has become particularly important in view of the policies of Israels Arab neighbors. The merchant fleet has grown from 4 vessels to more than 70 and still more vessels are under construction.
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