Israel welcomes and encourages this support and will continue to work closely with these organizations in implementing programs aimed at the improvement of living conditions of the Palestinian people in the West Bank and Gaza. In addition, we will continue to contribute directly to the Palestinians as a member of the international donor states. A strong relationship exists between economic prosperity and political stability. Israel believes that the peace process will stand a greater chance of succeeding if the regional economic infrastructure will be strengthened. Only thus can we eliminate the poverty and despair which breed hatred, fanaticism and bloodshed.
Peace is at hand.
Let us work together to make it a reality. Thank you, Mr. President.