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| Legion | Aug 2 2014, 01:20 PM Post #1 |
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Members of the international community, I come to you, on behalf of the Palestinian people and the State of Palestine, to raise a crucial issue that will impact the future and economy of Palestine for years to come. This particular issue is the Israeli suppression of the development of the Gaza Marine Gas Field, a gas field worth potentially billions in annual revenue, and can put Palestine onto a new path of growth, financial stability, and energy independence. This gas field could fill all of Palestine's energy requirements, rendering it independent from foreign energy imports, cutting energy costs for so many suffering Palestinians in our glorious country. Not only will it meet Palestine's energy demands, but it will be able to form a new sector of the Palestinian economy that could create thousands of jobs, spur foreign investment, and raise economic growth and development. Also, the billions in revenue that it would provide to the State of Palestine would allow Palestine to be fiscally independent which is a crucial tenet of statehood, and provide it with the funding to continue to develop the Palestinian economy and invest into the people of Palestine. Gaza Marine is not just another gas field. It is a gift from God, blessing the people of Palestine with a resource that could improve the lives of millions, and usher in a new era of prosperity for all the people of Palestine. The funding has been lined up, and the technicians and engineers are prepared to get to work on developing the necessary facilities to begin extraction from the Gaza Marine Gas Field, but there remains only one blockade, the Palestinian-Israeli dispute over the gas fields. Gaza Marine is clearly in Palestine's territorial waters and should belong to the State of Palestine and the Palestinian people. There is no question about this, but it is obstructive Israeli law-makers and the IDF that continue to suppress the development of this gas field, which could make Palestine the country it has the potential to become. Israel's long-term goal besides preventing the Palestinians from exploiting their own resources, is to integrate the gas fields off Gaza into the adjacent Israeli offshore installations. The development of this gas field and the benefits that could come of it should not just be directed to the Israelis, but it should be mutually beneficial to both Palestine and Israel. We would be willing to respect the agreements that was created when the license was given to BP, that all surplus energy would be exported to the Israelis. I urge and demand the State of Israel to allow for the development of this gas field, so that the Palestinians can finally be able to take advantage of the resources that our land has been blessed with. The State of Palestine hopes that we have the backing of the international community in our demands. Foreign Affairs Minister of the State of Palestine |
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| Jordanc | Aug 2 2014, 01:43 PM Post #2 |
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Qatar wholeheartedly backs the Palestinian state in it's right to expand and make use of what is rightfully there's, for too long has Israel controlled the actions of the Palestinian peoples and Qatar sees no need for it to continue. Development in Palestine is very important in the very state stages of statehood and any attempt by the Israeli government to interfere in the Domestic Affairs of the Palestinian state would be detrimental to the Israeli support for a two-state solution and could radicalise elements of both sides of the conflict and therefore we call on the Israeli's to allow the development of the Gaza Marine Gas Field. خالد بن محمد العطية|Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah Foreign Minister of Qatar |
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| Bobithy | Aug 2 2014, 02:12 PM Post #3 |
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Gennadiy Gatilov Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs The Russian Federation supports the right of the State of Palestine, as an independent entity recognized by more than 50% of the worlds countries, to develop its resources and to be able to develop a modern, and effective economy. The decisions by Tel Aviv to refuse to allow any sort of real economic growth in Palestine is a serious block in the way of lasting peace and cooperation between the two states. If Israel truly believes in peace and the two state solution it must begin treating Palestine like the state and partner it is, not an occupied territory. |
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| Scotsman | Aug 3 2014, 12:57 AM Post #4 |
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The Indian Government maintains its support for Palestinian statehood. We believe that expansionist policies and suppressing the boundaries of a future Palestinian state only threaten the cause of peace and infringe upon the rights of the Palestinian people. If the Israeli government wants peace, we feel it must reconsider its position and take positive steps towards that goal. In order for the be true and lasting peace, there must be dialogue between the Palestinian Authority and the State of Israel. Minister of External Affairs; Republic of India |
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| Chris | Aug 4 2014, 08:17 AM Post #5 |
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Douglas Alexander Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs It is most unfortunate that, in a time when so much progress had been made in securing a lasting agreement between Israel and the Palestinian Authority. On behalf of British Gas (BG), it is unfortunate that after decades of discussions between BG, the governments of Ariel Sharon and Ehud Olmert on the Israeli side, and between BG and the Palestinian Authority under Yasser Arafat and then Mahmoud Abbas, nothing has yet been agreed. In 2007, Prime Minister Olmert agreed that he would buy gas from the PA, but this proposal was then undone because the Israeli government was concerned that some of the proceeds from the purchase might end up in the hands of terrorists. This ultimately led to the decision by BG to close their office in Israel. It was decided that, now that a multinational agreement has been agreed with the PA, Israel may now have the faith and trust in the PA to sanction the deal. The Gaza Marine Field does not infringe on any area that Israel would consider to be its own waters, steering clear of Israel's own Tamar and Leviathan fields, as demonstrated by the below image. ![]() At no point did BG, nor the British government feel that it was necessary to consult with the Israeli government for permission to extract natural gas from Gazan waters. We took the Israeli government at its word when it signed the Geneva II Accords, and we considered that our proposal fitted in with the announced plan to 'act in good faith to promote good neighbourly relations in the spirit of brotherhood' and for the 'enhancing the peaceful economic and institutional development of Palestine and for any other purpose necessary for the good and orderly governance Palestine.' |
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| Jos1311 | Aug 4 2014, 08:54 AM Post #6 |
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Ministre des Affaires étrangères | Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs Representatives, When looking at the recently signed Geneva II Agreement, it becomes clear that various important matters, including the territorial waters of the Gaza Strip, are not addressed. As a result Paris assumes that these territorial waters will remain under control of Israel, until both parties agree to a solution on the matter. The claims by some here that Israel needs to take more steps to establish peace seem to ignore various historical matters, including the violent history of the area we are talking about. Rather than condemning Israel that it needs to take more steps towards peace, France applauds the steps recently taken and fully understands that gradually the situation appears to be changing. I would like to address the international community that it cannot expect both sides to overnight solve issues that have been plaguing an issue that has been dragging on for decades, to even suggest this indicates an absolute lack of understanding of the difficult situation and history of the conflict. I do however express my hope that both the Palestinian Authorities and the Israeli government will successfully discuss the matter of the territorial waters and come to an agreement on the issue, so that the Palestinians can start working towards becoming more economically independent, and amongst things develop the Gaza Marine field. I do however stress that bilateral talks and negotiations are the basis for this, and I again emphasize that to solve the matters at hand the Palestinian Authority will have to chose the appropriate channels. |
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| Avner | Aug 4 2014, 09:48 AM Post #7 |
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![]() Tzipi Livni Foreign Minister of the State of Israel This will be the first and last statement by the Israeli government concerning the Gaza marine gas field. It shocks me that the international community is as gullible as small kindergarten children. The Palestinian Authority made absolutely no effort to contact the Israeli government on the matter. instead they decided to work out a treaty with the British government without consulting Israeli officials first, like my French counterpart has stated...Geneva Accords II made no allusion that the marine gas field had reached a settled agreement between Israeli and Palestinian officials and the attempts by the British foreign secretary in quoting parts of the treaty that do not allude to nor makes any mention of a settlement highly embarrassing. Before actually coming or contacting the Israeli foreign ministry to work out the deal, the Palestinian Authority decides to single handily attempt to solve a growing problem that would not have worked to begin if the blockade on Gaza. Surely common sense dictates that the Israeli navy would respond to unknown development in Gazan waters, putting at risk British and Palestinian workers. The treaty was foolhardy and not contacting the Israeli government to work out an agreement was foolish. If the British and Palestinian governments had actually decided to contact the Israeli government and actually solve the concerns with the marine gas field, the Israeli government would find no problems in attempting to solve the problem. However once again when the Palestinian Authority does not get their way and haven`t even bothered to contact Israel first, go to the international community and cry and demand that Israel does what it says. For months now the Israeli government has tolerated this absurd behaviour, we have increased aid to Gaza, increased the miles that Gazan fishermen can fish in, We have removed illegal outposts in the West Bank, we have eased travel restrictions and checkpoints throughout the West Bank, we have approved the increase of the Palestinian security forces and we have signed a treaty giving the Palestinian Authority billions in economic development aid. However the world continues to condemn Israel and demand Israel do even more. Israel will not tolerate condemnations and attempts to force our government to obey nations that do not face the security concerns that we face. India, Britain, Russia and Qatar do not face a terrorist group that is bent on Israel`s destruction who is currently apart of the Palestinian unity government and refuses to give up violence against Israel. The world has claimed that Israel continues to take land from the Palestinians, yet Israel has given back 2000 hectares of land in the West Bank back to the Palestinians. There have been claims that Israel has fired missiles or launched attacks in Gaza last year....yet no news source has reported any sign of these supposed strikes. We are tired of the lies and the impossible level that the international community expects Israel to deliver on yet the Palestinian authority can not even get Hamas to end violence which would end the blockade. There have been no news reports stating Hamas giving up violence yet the Palestinian authority constantly states they have. In conclusion this matter could have simply been solved but various parties decided not to include Israel and once their planes failed, they threw a hissy fit and launched into a tirades of condemnations of the State of Israel. Until the Palestinian authority decides to actually contact the Israeli government and decides to pay its $1. 2 billion in overdue fees to the Israel Electric Company, we will not give into Palestinian or international demands. We have finally had enough. Edited by Avner, Aug 4 2014, 01:11 PM.
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| Bobithy | Aug 5 2014, 03:19 PM Post #8 |
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Gennadiy Gatilov Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Israel's tirade against Palestine and the global community does not help the situation nor does it help how Israel looks in the eyes of the international community. Yes, both sides have grievances. That is to be expected. But Israel, who we dont expect to respond given their statement, has time and time against demonstrated its ability to defend itself from any attacks coming out of Palestine. So instead of simply demanding Palestine give up violence, which is a reasonable demand but not one which is likely to be heeded by the more radical groups inside of the State of Palestine; Israel should attempt to show the moderates that it is not what they think it is. Currently the moderate Muslims and others within Palestine side with the radicals because they see no friendship in siding with Israel. If Israel continues to not allow fresh water, economic investment, and the like how is it ever going to be possible to bring the majority of the population to believe peace is an option? The Palestinian people are suffering, Mrs Livni, and as a result are siding with the only group that promises them anything. If Israel were to allow aid in unmolested by a blockade and to assist in setting up water treatment plants, hospitals and the like then the people will no longer see Israel as an enemy. It is not going to happen overnight, and yes various militant groups will continue their attacks. But if you punish all of Palestine for the actions of a small minority then you will never see peace. Edited by Bobithy, Aug 5 2014, 03:20 PM.
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| Jos1311 | Aug 6 2014, 12:26 AM Post #9 |
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Ministre des Affaires étrangères | Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs Mister Gatilov, With all due respect, however you are completely ignoring several developments of the past period, which clearly indicate Israel's willingness to discuss and negotiate with more moderate parties such as Fatah. The demand that violence has to be ended is a logical one, especially when taking into account the violent character of the conflict. I would also like to emphasize that several months ago the restrictions along the Israeli checkpoints had already been partially lifted, whereas more building supplies and humanitarian goods are now being allowed to enter the Palestinian territories, a policy which has already been misused and violated by foreign entities. It seems that what you are suggesting mister Gatilov, is that Israel should only give and get now concessions or guarantees for its safety in return, which is of course not a very likely course to follow and to expect. Confidence building has to be done on both sides of the conflict and will take time, you cannot expect changes to come overnight as you yourself said. |
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| Avner | Aug 7 2014, 07:08 AM Post #10 |
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![]() Tzipi Livni Foreign Minister of the State of Israel The Russian Federation should use its own advice in Chechnya, perhaps the violence will end and moderate policy enforced by Russia will create moderate parties in Chechnya to rise. The Israeli government will not be lectured on how to ensure peace by a nation that has violated the sovereignty of a nation due to opposing integration with the West. The Palestinian Authority has still not contacted the Israeli government to discuss the marine field. It seems that Russia continues to ignore the present information laid out not only by Israel but our French friends, which makes it impossible to even discuss the issue with a government who continues to refer to 2012 issues facing the Palestinians that they currently do not face in 2016. |
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