exit securely and peacefully side by side. The two sides also welcome the confirmation issued by Algeria Arab summit that the Arab countries are committed to the peace initiative proposed by Crown Prince Abdullah and adopted by the Beirut Arab summit. The two countries confirm their commitment to Iraq's security and stability and the maintenance of its integrity and independence and call on all factions of the Iraqi people to participate in the political process. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and France also underscore the importance of activating the international cooperation in combating terrorism and its financers and vow to deepen their cooperation in this regard within the framework of the United Nations. --More 2232 Local Time 1932 GMT