Israel’s security forces have been more than doubled during the past three years, Premier David Ben Gurion revealed last night addressing a public meeting arranged by the Mapai, Israel’s Labor Party, at the Mograbi Theatre here. He emphasized that Israel’s Army became stronger not only in numbers but also in efficiency.
At the same time the Premier pointed out that in view of the fact that Israel’s military victories had not as yet produced ultimate peace with its neighboring countries the security question must remain the principal target to which all the country’s strength and efforts must be contributed.
Mr. Ben Gurion expressed his firm conviction that Israel will reach complete economic independence in essentials within a few years. He said that plans are under way to survey the possibility of copper deposits in the country, and that lower rates for electric power are under consideration for the purpose of facilitating the exploitation of iron and mineral deposits.
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