FM Liberman meets with Italian PM Monti and FM Terzi
4 Jul 2012

FM Liberman expressed appreciation for Italy's support of Israel at the EU
and international fora and said that he very much appreciates Italy’s stand
on the issue of sanctions against Iran.
(Communicated by the Foreign Minister’s Bureau)

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Avigdor Liberman met
on Wednesday morning (4 July) with Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti. The
two leaders discussed the ongoing strengthening of relations between Italy
and Israel.

PM Monti thanked FM Liberman for Israel's donation to the victims of the
earthquake that struck Italy in May and said that Israel's solidarity with
the Italian people is very moving. FM Liberman thanked PM Monti for Italy's
friendship and said that Israel would continue to deepen it in all areas.
Upon the request of the Italian prime minister, Liberman gave a detailed
review of developments in the Middle East and of Israel's positions
regarding events in the region.

Last night (3 July) FM Liberman met with Italian Foreign Minister Giulio
Terzi. The two ministers discussed strengthening the relations between the
two countries and the preparations for the meeting of governments scheduled
to take place in October in Israel. Liberman noted the trade peak between
the countries that reached more than $4.4 billion in 2011. This is in
addition to the aircraft deal worth about $2 billion, with additional
potential for joint export to third states.

The two foreign ministers also discussed cooperation on Expo 2015, which is
due to take place in Milano.

FM Liberman expressed appreciation for Italy's support of Israel at the EU
and international fora and said that he very much appreciates Italy's stand
on the issue of sanctions against Iran.