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Brand aid— Palestine
Preface
While their politicians dither, Palestinians are developing a vibrant economy and creating a brand for their yet-to-be-created nation. Monocle meets the new generation of optimists.
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01Cranes over Ramallah
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02Ammar Aker, CEO of the Paltel Group
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03New Mövenpick Hotel, Ramallah
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04New Russian museum in Jericho
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05Bank of Palestine, Ramallah
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06Palestinian tourism minister Khouloud Daibes
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07Street signs in Ramallah
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08Bank of Palestine CEO Hashem Shawa
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09Elisha Spring next to Jericho’s ancient city, Tel es-Sultan
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10Munib al-Masri, chairman of Palestine Development and Investment
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