Bogota – The State of Jamaica announced, on Wednesday, its official recognition of the State of Palestine, stressing that the only solution to the Palestinian issue is the two-state solution.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness said in a post on the X platform: “The government of Jamaica has taken an official decision to recognize the State of Palestine.”
He added: “Jamaica continues to advocate for a two-state solution as the only viable option to resolve the long-standing conflict, ensure Israel’s security and support the rights of Palestinians.”
He explained that with this decision, “Jamaica, by recognizing the State of Palestine, joins 140 member states of the United Nations.”
He concluded by saying: “We continue to support all efforts aimed at stopping the escalation and establishing lasting peace in the region, and we urge all parties to adhere to diplomatic solutions to ensure the safety and sovereignty of all.”
For her part, Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson-Smith said in a press statement, “Jamaica continues to call for a two-state solution as the only viable option to resolve the long-standing conflict (between Israel and Palestine).”
She indicated that following the Council of Ministers held yesterday, Tuesday, they decided to officially recognize the State of Palestine.
She explained that her country continues to support all efforts aimed at reducing tension and achieving lasting peace in the region, calling on the parties to resolve the issue through diplomatic means.
On April 20, the government of Barbados, one of the countries in the Caribbean region, announced its recognition of the State of Palestine, in a step that was met with Palestinian welcome and satisfaction.
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2024-04-25 07:36:38
