Mr. Michel Rateny, US Consul General to Jerusalem, visited Hebron Municipality and met the Mayor Dr. Daoud Zatari with a view to discuss the political as well as the economical conditions of Hebron City. The meeting was in the attendance of Mr. Jawdi Abu Sneineh, Deputy Mayor of Hebron, Mr. Awni Natsheh, and Dr. Salah Al-zeer Alhussaini, Municipal Council Members.
Dr . Zatari expressed happiness for the delegation visit to Hebron. He underlined that the Israeli presence in the Old City and in the Southern Area of the City still obstructs the movement of the citizens, and negatively affects the economic life.
Mayor Zatari Said that the Unemployment ratio is still increasing due to lack in job opportunities and to the political obstructions in the City of Hebron. The Mayor called upon the Consul to bring much pressure on the Israeli Side regarding the peace process.
He also added that the Palestinian People will stand steadfast in their land, and will never give up their legal rights. Dr. Zatari praised the deep relation with Mr. Rateny through his mission in the US Consulate General, and thanked him for his precious support to the Palestinian cities and in particular to Hebron Municipality.
Consul Rateny expressed happiness for his appointment as a Consul in Jerusalem which focused on providing support to the Palestinians. He also mentioned that he would not leave the country without having a special visit to Hebron, the Heart of Palestine. Then, he thanked the Mayor and the Municipal Councilors for their cooperation and efforts.
By the end of the meeting, Mayor Zatari presented a symbolic gifts to the Consul General.
7/6/2015