President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed the Maldives’ unwavering support for Palestinian independence, declaring that the country will always stand alongside the Palestinian people.
Muizzu made the remarks during a meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Dr Mohammad Mustafa on the sidelines of the COP31 summit.
During the meeting, the President highlighted the close ties between the Maldives and Palestine, as well as the solidarity of the Maldivian people with Palestinians in their pursuit of independence.
He reiterated that the Maldives has consistently advocated for Palestinian statehood and wants the Palestinian people to enjoy a dignified and just life. He assured that the country would continue to stand with Palestinians and raise its voice in support of their rights on the international stage.
Muizzu also reaffirmed the Maldives’ position that the only lasting solution to the Palestinian issue is the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
He stressed that Palestinians must be able to live with dignity and security in their own homeland.
The President also pointed to the Maldives’ decision to legally prohibit Israeli nationals from entering the country as a reflection of its firm stance on Palestine, condemning Israel’s ongoing attacks against the Palestinian people.
The Maldives has consistently supported Palestinian statehood and called for an independent Palestinian state in accordance with the 1967 borders.
