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Export of products from Gaza to Europe to be resumed - radio

GAZA, Dec 23 (KUNA) -- The export of agricultural products from Gaza Strip to Europe will be resumed next week, said Israel Radio on Thursday, The Israeli security and political affairs cabinet agreed to allow the resumption of export three and a half years after Israel banned the export of products from the strip, it added.
The first shipment to Europe will consist of 15 tons of vegetables, it said.
It will be transferred through Karam Abu Salem border crossing between Israel and South Gaza on Sunday, it pointed out.
The European Commission announced Wednesday signing a draft agreement with the Palestinian Authority to import agricultural products and fish from Gaza and the West Bank without the need for paying custom fees.
Israel allowed last November the export of strawberries and flowers from Gaza. (end) mzt.ris KUNA 231055 Dec 10NNNN