Abdullah bin Zayed Welcomes Intent of Several Countries to Recognize State of Palestine and Urges Broader International Support

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed the intention of Malta, Canada, Australia, Andorra, Finland, Iceland, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Portugal, and San Marino to recognize the State of Palestine. His Highness affirmed that these positions represent historic steps that reflect growing international support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, particularly their right to establish an independent, sovereign Palestinian state. 

His Highness emphasized that the increasing number of countries expressing their intent to take this step constitutes a positive momentum toward advancing international efforts aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace. These efforts contribute to reviving the political process to resolve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, strengthen peace and security in the region, and advance the aspirations of its people for development and prosperity. 

Furthermore, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed called on the international community to take similar steps and recognize the State of Palestine, stressing that this reflects a moral, humanitarian, and legal responsibility, that would support the realization of a comprehensive and just solution to the conflict and enhance prospects for sustainable peace in the region.