THE IMPACT OF THE BDS (BOYCOTT, DIVESTMENT, AND SANCTIONS) MOVEMENT IN PALESTINE IN PUSHING FOR A GLOBAL ECONOMIC EMBARGO AGAINST ISRAEL
Abstract
This thesis discusses the impact of the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions) movement in Palestine in encouraging a global economic embargo against Israel. The Palestinian BDS (Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions) movement, which was started in 2005 by Palestinian civil society groups, aims to pressure Israel through product boycotts, investment divestment, and international sanctions in response to Israeli policies towards Palestine. This study aims to analyze the impact of the Palestinian BDS movement in encouraging a global economic embargo against Israel, with a focus on its influence on the Israeli economic sector in international relations.
The research method used is a qualitative approach by collecting data through literature studies, policy analysis, and reports from various international organizations involved in the Palestinian BDS movement. The results of the study indicate that although the direct economic impact of the Palestinian BDS movement is difficult to measure accurately, this movement has succeeded in mobilizing global opinion and influencing several large business sectors to attract investment and stop relations with companies operating in the Israeli-occupied territories. In addition, this study also highlights international perceptions of the Palestinian BDS movement, both support and rejection, as well as Israel's response to the Palestinian BDS movement.
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