The Nazi invasion of Belgium and the Netherlands considerably affects Palestine’s foreign trade, according to figures published today.
Annual imports from Belgium total £361,000, while exports are valued at £314,000. Imports from the Netherlands total £287,000 and exports £452,000.
Approximately 100 Jewish students from Palestine are enrolled in the universities and technical schools of Belgium and the Netherlands, it was disclosed.
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