31.   Brcko, the last part of Bosnia still disputed by the former warring factions, is considered of vital strategic interest by both parties.

32.   Despite his at times harsh rhetoric against the settlers, Rabin also allowed substantial growth in settlements close to Jerusalem and those which he considered of strategic importance.

33.   The two relay stations were considered of strategic importance because they allowed for direct communications between Serb forces in the western and eastern parts of the country.

34.   Though the town itself is heavily damaged by war, it is considered of vital interst by both Serbs and Moslems.

35.   Sentiment was dampened after a senior official said the government is considering of channeling domestic foreign currency deposits into Hong Kong, they added.