Addressing the 27th convention of the International Ladies Garment Workers’ Union here Eliahu Elath, retiring Israel Ambassador to the United States, last night expressed his nation’s gratitude for the union’s aid at “very critical and decisive moments.”
Mr. Elath, who leaves this country next week to take up his new duties as Minister to London, spoke of the Jewish state’s current economic difficulties, but expressed confidence that Israel will eventually overcome all obstacles. He reported that relations between Israel and Britain were improving. He also declared that Israel is anxious to serve as an example of a living democracy to the nations of the Middle East and seeks the establishment of peace and order in that area.
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