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Prime Minister Ehud Olmert welcoming a group of new immigrants from North America on Monday. (AP)
Last update - 20:59 08/09/2008
Olmert to olim: You've come to the most wonderful country in the world
By Haaretz Service
Tags: ehud olmert, immigration 

A group of 235 new immigrants from the United States and Canada arrived on Monday at Ben Gurion International airport, where they were greeted by Prime Minister Ehud Olmert among other politicians.

"Our greatest advantage is the quality of our people," Olmert said. "You came from a wonderful country but you have come to the most wonderful country in the world. The Jewish People has only one home and it is here. We are happy that you are here with us."

Addressing the group, Olmert also noted the importance of immigration to Israel as it continues to face threats, saying that immigrants have long helped strengthen the country.
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Olmert's speech marked his first public appearance since police recommended on Sunday that he be indicted in two of the corruption investigations against him.

The 200 newcomers arrived with the assistance of Nefesh B'Nefesh. The organization has brought around 2,000 new immigrants to Israel this summer.

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