The U.K. was a strong advocate in Europe for Foreign Affairs Conclusions this month which state that the EU will offer a major, unprecedented, package of political, economic and security support to both parties in the context of a final status agreement. Israel and the future state of Palestine will benefit from a Special Privileged Partnership with deeper political cooperation, increased access to European markets, facilitation of trade and investment, closer cultural and scientific links and a step change in security cooperation.

I believe that Netanyahu and Abbas can make peace. Israelis and Palestinians will need to do everything in their power to make these talks a success. The U.K., with its international partners, will give them its full support.

Negotiations will not be easy. But peace will bring huge rewards.

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