A Vision For Peace

President Donald Trump is at it again, making deals. In the afternoon of 29 January he signed the United States, Mexico, Canada Agreement, also known as the USMCA. Early that same day he announced his new plan for peace in the Middle-East.

In Trump fashion he focuses on winning and this time for both sides. “My vision presents a win-win opportunity for both sides,” said President Trump with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu standing alongside him. At least he has reached an understanding with Israel’s leadership for what the two states would look like. “Peace transcends politics by any measure,” President Trump said.

Impressively, this plan has widespread support from the Arab nations including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Oman. In addition, as the Wall Street Journal reported, “While many Middle East leaders still support those goals, officials in Arab capitals have been frustrated by Palestinian leaders’ reluctance to compromise on those points.” The fact these other nations are now putting pressure on Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas could be the additional regional support needed to finish this deal.

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Trump’s plan has three initiatives: the economy, the people, and the government

Here are the highlights of the economic part of the plan. “The economic plan will empower the Palestinian people to build a prosperous and vibrant Palestinian society. It consists of three initiatives: the economy, the people, and the government.

The first initiative envisions billions of dollars of new investment flowing into various sectors of the Palestinian economy. Hospitals, schools, homes, and businesses will have reliable access to affordable electricity, clean water, and digital services. The resulting economic growth could end the unemployment crisis and transform the West Bank and Gaza.

The second initiative will empower the Palestinian people to realize their ambitions. This will come through education, vocational, technical training and quality healthcare.

The third initiative will enhance Palestinian governance. “Ultimately, however, the power to implement it lies in the hands of the Palestinian people.” President Trump, in his three years in office, has tackled many complex challenges. This one by far has the most moving pieces.