Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has argued the establishment of a standalone Palestinian state is the only way to end hostilities with neighbouring Israel.
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has given the Labor government's support to recognise Palestinian statehood in pursuit of long term peace in the Middle East.
Senator Wong said while an urgent ceasefire was necessary to bring about an end to the ongoing period of war, a two-state solution was essential to sustain long-term peace in the region. Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says recognising Palestinian statehood is the only way to have peace to end its conflict with Israel. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Martin Ollman"Because the simple truth is that a secure and prosperous future for both Israelis and Palestinians will only come with a two-state solution. Recognition of each other’s right to exist. A Palestinian state alongside the State of Israel.
The Foreign Affairs Minister acknowledged pain and suffering had been endured by both sides through the course of conflict, but argued the recognition of sovereignty would also benefit both sides equally.
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