The World Is Focused On Current US Foreign Policy In The Middle East

By Andrea Davidson


The reason behind the new meetings between Israel and Palestine can be attributed to the efforts of John Kerry, Secretary of State. He made six trips to the area. Arab nations in the area are affected by the current US foreign policy in the Middle East. It has been three years since the previous meetings between Jewish leaders and Palestinian leaders. The first of the new meetings was in Washington.

The US, being the major power in the world, greatly influences conditions, agreements and the policies of other nations. Goals are always aimed at achieving the seemingly unattainable world peace. When working towards facilitating peace between Israel and Palestine, it is a strenuous task. Predicting how the decisions made by these two entities will affect other nations in the Middle East is also something to be considered.

President Obama phoned Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, to thank each of them personally for once again opening negotiations between the two governments. He met in person with them prior to the phone call. Further discussions are planned between the two. They are to meet over a nine-month period. Future meetings will take place either in Israel or Palestine.

Mahmoud Abbas, respected Palestinian statesman has held the office of President of the now replaced National Palestinian Authority. He currently is President of the State of Palestine.

Israeli Prime Minister holds a number of responsible positions in his country. That is in addition to being President. He is Foreign Affairs Minister, Chairman of the Likud party and Minister of Public Diplomacy.

There is another dignitary in Israel. President Shimon Peres, who has reached the age of 90. For the past 65 years he has been a force in the politics of his country. He did not attend the first peace discussion.

World corporations depend on the US to set standards that are beneficial to all. The other diplomats that John Kerry carries on diplomatic relations with are usually called by the title of foreign minister. It is however, the equivalent to the title Kerry holds, which is Secretary of State. In the event that a disagreement between Kerry and President Obama regarding diplomatic relations, President Obama will make final decisions.

Officially, the foreign policy in the US is to promote a prosperous and safe democratic nation for the benefit of all Americans. With a $15 trillion economy and a $711 billion defense budget, it is no wonder the US has the status of being the strongest influence in world politics. An additional intent of the US government is to benefit the international economy.

The United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs must set export controls. Plus, there is serious concern about the countries that are advancing nuclear technology. US aid is an important task. How much to give and which nation to give it to are always cause for disagreement and debate.

There are many facets to be addressed concerning current US foreign policy in the Middle East. John Kerry, the current Secretary of State, seems to have contributed to one concern, that is peace talks between Palestine and Israel.




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