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European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs Hails UN General Assembly Vote in Favor of Palestinian Membership


Brussels, The European Union (EU), in a statement issued yesterday, acknowledged the result of the momentous vote at the UN General Assembly concerning Palestinian application for membership in the United Nations, where a majority of states voted in favor.

‘Palestine has received unequivocal support to have its permanent observer status enhanced with additional rights and privileges,’ said the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, who reaffirmed the EU’s longstanding commitment to a just and comprehensive resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, based on the two-state solution.

‘The EU will continue its strong support to Palestinian state building, and strengthening Palestinian institutions and their capacity in preparation for future statehood,’ Borrell added.

Source: Saudi Press Agency