2013-01-30 16:41:20

Vatican, Israeli delegations meet to discuss bilateral issues


January 30, 2013: The Bilateral Permanent Working Commission between the Holy See and the State of Israel met on Tuesday (29 January) in Jerusalem at the Plenary level, to continue negotiations concerning bilateral issues. The Vatican delegation was led by Bishop Ettore Balestrero, Under-Secretary of the Holy See for the Relations with States and the Israeli delegation was headed by Daniel AYALON, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. A joint statement released by the parties said negotiations took place in a cordial and constructive atmosphere. The Commission took notice that significant progress was made towards the conclusion of the Agreement. The Holy See's delegation thanked Deputy Foreign Minister Ayalon for his contribution to the negotiations and wished him success in his new endeavours. Both the Parties have agreed on future steps and to hold the next Plenary meeting in June 2013 at Vatican City.








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