File Photo: A Palestinian flag flies in the town of Beita. AFP
Australia’s recognition is part of a “co-ordinated international effort to build new momentum for a two-state solution,” Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong said in a joint statement.
The statement continued, “In doing so, Australia recognizes the legitimate and long held aspirations of the people of Palestine to a state of their own.”
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announcing the recognition in a statement on X (formerly Twitter).
"Canada recognizes the State of Palestine and offers our partnership in building the promise of a peaceful future for both the state of Palestine and the State of Israel.”
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