UAE Welcomes UN Vote for Palestinian Full Membership and Two-State Solution
In Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) greeted with enthusiasm the recent vote by the United Nations General Assembly, which garnered an overwhelming majority of votes in favor of endorsing the full membership of the State of Palestine. Additionally, the Assembly requested the Security Council to reconsider the State of Palestine’s application for membership. This significant resolution is hailed as a historic stride toward the pursuit of peace and the realization of the two-state solution.
Expressing its stance on this pivotal development, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) issued a statement emphasizing the UAE’s pivotal role in presenting the resolution during an Emergency Special Session of the UNGA. The UAE, serving as the chair of the Arab Group for the month of May, underscored its unwavering commitment to advancing peace and justice, safeguarding the rights of the Palestinian people, and advocating for the establishment of an independent sovereign Palestinian State.
The UAE’s proactive engagement in facilitating this resolution reflects its adherence to UN resolutions and relevant agreements aimed at resolving the longstanding Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Through its diplomatic efforts, the UAE seeks to contribute meaningfully to the international discourse on the Palestinian cause and actively support initiatives that pave the way for a sustainable and just resolution to the conflict.
Furthermore, the Ministry reiterated the UAE’s consistent appeal to the international community to intensify both regional and international endeavors aimed at fostering peace and realizing the two-state solution. This call to action underscores the UAE’s commitment to leveraging its diplomatic influence and resources to support initiatives that promote dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding among all stakeholders involved in the peace process.
As the UAE continues to play a proactive role in advancing peace and stability in the region, it remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding the principles of justice, equality, and respect for international law. Through sustained engagement and collaboration with its international partners, the UAE endeavors to contribute constructively to the ongoing efforts aimed at achieving a comprehensive and lasting resolution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.