Netanyahu to Peres: I have formed a government
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3/17/2013
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Following the signing of
coalition agreements with Yesh Atid and Habayit Hayehudi, Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Shimon Peres on Saturday evening, March 18,
to inform him that he has succeeded in the task of forming a government. The new
government is scheduled to be sworn in on Monday at the Knesset.
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President Peres and PM Netanyahu
Copyright: GPO/Kobi Gideon
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Photo: GPO/Kobi Gideon
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PM Netanyahu: "As you know, I formed a government. We face a decisive year in
the fields of security and economy, in efforts to promote peace and in Israelis'
desire to effect change. There is cooperation in this government and I believe
we will bring change to all Israeli citizens in all areas. That is my mission."
President Peres: "The task of forming a government is complex and requires
great efforts and resourcefulness. There were difficulties in the creation of
this government and I congratulate Prime Minister Netanyahu that succeeded in
forming the government in time. There are problems pending but they are also
full of opportunities in the fields of security, welfare and in making peace in
progressing the peace process. The country needs it and the people need it. The
time has come.
Good luck and my blessings to Prime Minister Netanyahu and the
new government."
The White House issued the following statement: "President Obama
congratulates the Israeli people, Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the new members
of the Prime Minister’s governing coalition on the successful formation of
Israel’s new government. President Obama looks forward to working closely with
the prime minister and the new government to address the many challenges we face
and advance our shared interest in peace and security. The United States places
a high value on its deep and enduring bonds with Israel and the Israeli people.
The President looks forward to further strengthening those bonds when he travels
to Israel next week to meet with Israeli officials and to speak directly with
the Israeli people."
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