The Indonesian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs (Wamenlu) Muhammad Anis Matta stated that the double standards applied by many countries towards Palestine must be stopped immediately. This will damage the international order and human rights.
“Independence is a human right so the struggle for Palestinian independence must be supported by all countries,” said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Anis Matta at the Preparatory Meeting for the Extraordinary High Level Conference (Summit) of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Arab League.
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs asked the OIC and the Arab League to mobilize global Muslims to support Palestine.
In accordance with the mandate of the 1945 Constitution and the priorities of President Prabowo Subianto’s government, Indonesia is present at this meeting to encourage concrete actions to realize Palestinian independence. The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs also called on the international community to realize the potential of the global Muslim community.
“Western countries must work together with the world’s approximately 2 billion Muslim population, because it will bring more common prosperity, rather than continuing to support Zionist desires,” concluded the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
The Summit Preparatory Meeting was chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, and attended by foreign ministers from the OIC and Arab League countries, such as Lebanon, Nigeria, Palestine and Turkey.
The meeting discussed the draft agreement that will be adopted at the Extraordinary Summit on November 11 2024. (Z-9)
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**Interview with Muhammad Anis Matta, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Matta. Recently, you emphasized the need to address double standards in the treatment of Palestine. Could you elaborate on what you mean by ‘double standards’ and how it affects human rights?
**Matta:** Thank you for having me. By ‘double standards,’ I refer to the inconsistent application of principles of human rights and international law by various countries regarding Palestine. While many nations advocate for human rights universally, we see selective responses and a lack of concrete action when it comes to Palestine. This not only undermines the rights of the Palestinian people but also damages the integrity of the international order.
**Editor:** In light of your statements, how do you perceive the current discourse surrounding human rights in the context of Palestine, especially with new literature like *The Rise and Fall of Human Rights* shedding light on these issues?
**Matta:** Books like *The Rise and Fall of Human Rights* are crucial as they provide an ethnographic perspective that highlights the lived experiences of Palestinians. They underscore the urgent need for global attention and accountability. A comprehensive understanding of these experiences can drive more consistent and fair international policies regarding human rights.
**Editor:** You mentioned that independence is a human right. What steps do you believe the international community should take to promote Palestinian independence?
**Matta:** The international community must ensure that its policies are aligned with the principles of self-determination and justice. This includes advocating for genuine dialogue, supporting Palestinian statehood within the parameters of international law, and holding accountable those who violate human rights in the region. We must also stop the silence and inaction that often accompany discussions about Palestine.
**Editor:** Thank you, Mr. Matta, for your insights. It seems that a consistent and equitable approach to human rights is necessary for a true resolution to the Palestinian issue.
**Matta:** Exactly. Only through genuine commitment to human rights for all can we hope to achieve lasting peace and justice in the region. Thank you for having me.
