UAE FM welcomes UK's announcement of intention to recognize State of Palestine

UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's announcement that his government intends to recognize the sisterly State of Palestine during the UN General Assembly meetings in September. He stressed that this step reinforces the international community's efforts to achieve a two-state solution and establish a just and lasting peace in the region.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed expressed - according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) - his country's appreciation for this important decision, which comes at a pivotal moment that requires the international community to shoulder its responsibilities and work collectively to activate the political process and end the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, in a way that contributes to enhancing security and stability in the region.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed reiterated the UAE's unwavering commitment to supporting the aspirations of the Palestinian people, safeguarding their rights, and continuing to work with regional and international partners to achieve a just and sustainable solution that ends the conflict and paves the way for building a more stable and prosperous future for all peoples of the region.