Prime Minister Albanese announces the decision after receiving commitments from the Palestinian Authority.
Australia to Recognize Palestinian State at UN Assembly in September
Australia to Recognize Palestinian State at UN Assembly in September
Australia joins global recognition efforts, following the UK, France, and Canada.
Australia is set to officially recognize a Palestinian state during the upcoming UN General Assembly in September. This significant announcement was made by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, aligning the country with other nations such as the UK, France, and Canada, which have also taken steps towards recognizing Palestine.
The decision comes after the Australian government reportedly received commitments from the Palestinian Authority, paving the way for this diplomatic shift. The recognition is seen as a critical step in endorsing Palestinian aspirations for sovereignty and self-determination.
In light of this development, the Australian government is preparing to prepare further details and implications of the recognition, reflecting ongoing dialogues in international politics.
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The decision comes after the Australian government reportedly received commitments from the Palestinian Authority, paving the way for this diplomatic shift. The recognition is seen as a critical step in endorsing Palestinian aspirations for sovereignty and self-determination.
In light of this development, the Australian government is preparing to prepare further details and implications of the recognition, reflecting ongoing dialogues in international politics.
For real-time updates, subscribe to breaking news alerts via the BBC News app or follow @BBCBreaking for the latest.
