The centre is being built with the Near East Refugee Aid and the Islamic University of Gaza. A spokesIntel admitted that there was a bit of tension in the area, but it could have 'positive impact'.

He said it was exactly the sort of thing that the leaders of the Palestinian Authority wanted.

Chipzilla has had a presence in Israel for 30 years, but has recently been looking towards Arab countries as good areas to go to next. The new centre will be staffed primarily by Palestinians and will be located a couple of miles outside Gaza City in a new technology park.

The centre will be ready in a year. µ