Israel - based PepsiCo drink machine manufacturer SodaStream is building a new plant in the Gaza Strip , following the success of an Israeli factory that employed both Jewish and Arab workers . The Gaza Strip has suffered from an economic blockade and disputes with the Palestinian Authority , leading to widespread poverty . REUTERS/ The factory would provide jobs , which promote peace , said company CEO David Birnbaum . No further details have been revealed .
Israel - based PepsiCo drink machine manufacturer SodaStream is building a new plant in the Gaza Strip , following the success of an Israeli factory that employed both Jewish and Arab workers . The Gaza Strip has suffered from an economic blockade and disputes with the Palestinian Authority , leading to widespread poverty . The factory would provide jobs , which promote peace , said company CEO David Birnbaum . No further details have been revealed .