Tape 42, Side 1, through Tape 43, Side 1. In the twenty-ninth interview session, conducted on June 30, 1993, Atiyeh continues to describe a 1984 trip to the Middle East, particularly Syria, and talks about his meeting with Syrian President Hafez al-Assad. He also discusses subsequent trips to Syria in 1985 and 1987.

Tape 43, Side 2, through Tape 44, Side 2. In the thirtieth interview session, conducted on July 7, 1993, Atiyeh continues to describe a 1984 trip to the Middle East, particularly Israel, and shares his opinion regarding the treatment of Palestinians. He then talks about Oregon’s trade relationships with China, Taiwan, and Japan. He also describes a 1984 trip to China and a 1985 trip to Japan. He talks about his efforts towards Oregon’s economic development.