http://247wallst.com/2011/02/24/israels-economy-continues-to-roar/
"What’s Israel’s secret to success? Being at the right place at the right time.
The Jewish state’s success is all the more remarkable considering its lack of natural resources such as oil and the constant threat of armed conflict with its neighbors. Moreover, Israel receives about $3 billion in US foreign aid, the largest of any foreign country. It also spends a huge amount of money on defense — 7.3% of GDP — because of the small country’s many enemies."
http://247wallst.com/2011/02/24/israels-economy-continues-to-roar/