http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=JPost/JPArticle/ShowFull&cid=1122448674301
 
Sharon has been working diligently to improve relations with all members of the EU.  Remember that the EU is Israel's largest trading partner...and Sharon is pragmatic and always concerned with the economic growth of Israel.
Being a member of the of the European Neighborhood Policy, is a great motivation.