Riyadh: Saudi Arabia welcomed the recognition of the State of Palestine by France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Andorra, and San Marino during the high-level international conference on the peaceful settlement of the Palestinian issue and the implementation of the two-state solution, co-chaired by the Kingdom and France.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the successive recognitions of Palestine by these countries confirm the international consensus on the inherent right of the Palestinian people to self-determination. This includes the establishment of their state, the ability to live on their land in security and peace, and the fulfillment of their aspirations for stability and prosperity.
The Kingdom renewed its call on all countries to recognize the State of Palestine and to continue taking effective steps to support the Palestinian Authority. This would consolidate the two-state solution, ending the suffering of the Palestinian people, safeguarding their inalienable rights, and enabling all countries in the region to live in lasting security and peace.