The Republic of Malta has announced it will formally recognize the State of Palestine this coming September, joining a growing number of countries—such as France and the United Kingdom—seeking to advance a resolution to the decades-long Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The announcement was made by Christopher Cutajar, Permanent Secretary at Malta’s Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade, during a UN General Assembly meeting focused on the two-state solution. “Malta has consistently supported the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination,” Cutajar said. “As responsible international actors, we must help turn the two-state solution from a concept into a reality.”
Prime Minister Robert Abela had previously confirmed Malta’s intention to recognize Palestinian statehood, describing the move as part of the country’s broader commitment to promoting lasting peace in the Middle East.
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