In an effort to alleviate concerns among Arab populations regarding Jewish immigration, a proposal from Samuel was approved. This proposal aimed to establish a restriction on Jewish immigration based on the ability of Palestine’s economy to support additional settlers. This decision sought to balance the interests of both communities during a period of heightened tension.

The approval of this proposal indicates a recognition of the complexities involved in Jewish immigration to Palestine. By linking immigration to economic capacity, the leadership tried to promote stability and manage the competing national aspirations of Jews and Arabs in the region.