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IIE Digital Desk:The Israeli government has released a plan to develop Haifa Bay, a major industrial and shipping hub. The plan calls for the construction of new housing, offices, and businesses, as well as the creation of a new public park.

The plan is part of a larger effort to revitalize Haifa, which has been struggling economically in recent years. The government hopes that the development of Haifa Bay will create jobs and attract new investment to the city.

The plan has been met with mixed reactions. Some residents are concerned about the environmental impact of the development, while others are optimistic about the economic benefits.

The government has said that it will take into account the concerns of residents and environmental groups. The plan is still in the early stages, and it is not clear when construction will begin.

Here are some of the key details of the plan:

• The plan calls for the construction of 130,000 new housing units, 12 million square meters of employment and commerce space, and 5.8 million square meters of a metropolitan park along the Kishon River.
• The plan also calls for the relocation of the petrochemical industry out of the bay, and the creation of a new green energy hub.
• The plan is expected to cost $10 billion and take 15 years to complete.

The development of Haifa Bay is a major undertaking, but it has the potential to transform the city and create a new economic hub for Israel.