Israeli conflict, Chirac said the Israeli withdrawal from Gaza should provide an opportunity to re-launch the Road Map so as to pave the way for the establishment of a Palestinian state which coexists with Israel. Underscoring the peace initiate of Crown Prince Abdullah, approved by the Arab Summit in Beirut in 2002, Chirac said the initiate constitutes a basic framework for the settlement of the dispute. Chirac confirmed the keenness of his country on cementing its relations with the Kingdom, and lauded the significant role played by the Kingdom in combating terrorism. Chirac said the Saudi-French partnership meets the aspirations of the Saudi and French people, who are looking for peace, stability as well as economic development. --more 1141 Local Time 0841 GMT
