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Australia to recognise Palestinian state in September
Australia to recognise Palestinian state in September to support two-state solution, says Prime Minister Albanese
Australia to recognise Palestinian state in September to support two-state solution, says Prime Minister Albanese
In Short:
– Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September.
– This recognition depends on the Palestinian Authority excluding Hamas from future state arrangements.
– Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September.
– This recognition depends on the Palestinian Authority excluding Hamas from future state arrangements.
Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in September. According to Reuters, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced this decision following a cabinet meeting, highlighting its aim to promote a two-state solution.Albanese specified that this recognition hinges on assurances from the Palestinian Authority, including the exclusion of Hamas from any future state arrangements.
The Prime Minister said that a two-state solution represents the best chance to address ongoing violence and suffering in the Middle East, particularly in Gaza.
Next Steps
Albanese’s announcement aligns with prior diplomatic efforts to resolve the long-standing conflict.
Australia seeks to facilitate a peaceful path forward, advocating for stability and support for the Palestinian people.
