Maldives has reaffirmed it's unwavering commitment to supporting Palestine. The statement was made by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, in a meeting held with the President of the State of Palestine Dr. Mahmoud Abbas, on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79).
During the meeting, Palestinian President Dr. Abbas delivered a powerful message to the international community, calling for a permanent ceasefire. He said, "We are asking for a ceasefire because we are also human." The president also called for global support and collaboration to address the plight of the Palestinian people.
Meanwhile, President Dr. Muizzu reiterated the Maldives steadfast commitment to support Palestine in every possible way. The president expressed optimism that the Palestinian people would receive all their rightful entitlement. He pledged the Maldives' continuous efforts to secure international recognition of Palestine as an independent and sovereign nation.
In response, President Dr. Abbas acknowledged and expressed appreciation for the Maldives' long-standing support. He said, "We are always aware of the Maldives' support for the Palestinian people, and we deeply appreciate your unwavering solidarity."
Furthermore, both presidents discussed areas of cooperation between the two nations. The meeting concluded with the leaders reaffirming their commitment to collaborating on matters of mutual interest and further strengthening diplomatic relations between the Maldives and Palestine.