Problems of the necessary cooperation in the field of economic reconstruction and more safety on the frontiers between Syria and Palestine were discussed by Sir Herbert Samuel, High Commissioner of Palestine and General Weygand, French High Commissioner of Syria, during the latter’s visit to Jerusalem, it was learned from well-informed sources.
The negotiations with regard to the measures necessary for securing more safety on the frontiers ended successfully. With regard to the economic problems it was made clear that Syria is in favor of removing the economic barriers by eliminating the customs duty.
A problem of great importance to Palestinians was also the object of discussion; it concerned the plans for establishing a seaport in Palestine. It is understood that Syria is not in favor of constructing the proposed port of Haifa.
General Weygand will leave Jerusalem on Tuesday.
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