Thank you for that kind introduction, Tamar. I am pleased to join you this afternoon. I want to thank the Vice Prime Minister and the entire staff at the Ministry of Regional Cooperation for hosting this event and for the consistently excellent support, advice and assistance that they have provided to the U.S. Government in ... Read More»

Madam Secretary, Ambassador Oren, Ambassador Mekouar, Ambassador Tan, PLO Representative Areikat, Members of Congress, distinguished guests, and my many dear family and friends: Thank you for coming to share this occasion with us today. I’m a bit embarrassed by the fuss, but deeply grateful for your presence. I attribute the large turnout much less to ... Read More»