UAE welcomes France's move to recognise State of Palestine
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, praised French President Emmanuel Macron's statement, calling it an important step toward advancing a two-state solution and achieving lasting peace in the region.
Sheikh Abdullah emphasised that this move comes at a crucial moment, and urged the international community to fulfill its responsibilities by reviving the political process and working toward an end to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
He also reaffirmed the UAE's firm support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including the establishment of an independent, sovereign state in line with international law and UN resolutions.
The UAE remains committed to collaborating with regional and global partners to build a just and sustainable solution that ensures long-term peace and stability in the region.
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