The incoming prime minister may be perceived as right-wing, but the director-general of the Foreign Ministry, Aaron Abramowitz has his own agenda, promoting efforts towards the creation of a Palestinian state.
According to a document released by Abramowitz, the number one priority of the ministry in 2009 is advancing talks and other efforts towards actualizing the �two-state solution�, namely the creation of a PA (Palestinian Authority) state alongside Israel. The internal ministry memo is intended to send a clear message to members of the Israeli diplomatic corps around the world, to push the ministry�s agenda in the international community.
Abramowitz also feels advancing the diplomatic process will also serve to further isolate Iran and thwart Tehran�s nuclear ambitions.
The working plan also views Egypt as the preferred broker between Israel and Hamas; to act aggressively to restore strained relations with Turkey; and regarding Hamas, to turn to the Quartet demanding the terror organization abandons the use of terror as a means to accomplish its goals, to recognize Israel and to honor signed agreements.
(Yechiel Spira � YWN Israel)
