Israel and Austrian representatives participating in trade negotiations here today exchanged lists of commodities wanted in each country. The lists are generally what the negotiators have hoped would be offered, particularly the Austrian list of goods.
Negotiations will resume Friday after both sides have had an opportunity to peruse the lists of commodities offered. At that time Israel is expected to raise the question of transferring Jewish holdings from Austria to the new state.
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