The Mediterranean state of Malta has made a significant political decision on the international stage. On July 29, the country’s Prime Minister, Robert Abela, announced in his official statement that Malta intends to formally recognize the State of Palestine in September during the UN General Assembly. This was reported by Reuters.
This decision sparked a strong response in the European political sphere. Following a similar statement by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and France’s announced recognition plan, Malta also publicly declared its position. On his Facebook page, Robert Abela stressed: “We remain committed to supporting efforts for sustainable peace in the Middle East.”
According to Reuters, Malta’s government had been under internal political pressure to recognize Palestine. In mid-July, the country’s center-right opposition called on the government to make a swift decision on this matter.
Throughout its history, Malta has supported the interests of the Palestinian people and has advocated for a two-state solution. The plan for recognizing Palestine was first announced by Malta in May, but the decision was postponed to September due to the rescheduling of the UN conference.
It is noteworthy that in May 2024, Ireland, Norway, and Spain also officially recognized Palestine as an independent state. Now, Malta’s move is expected to open a new chapter on the international political scene.
Fans and political observers are closely watching to see how this decision will impact the peace process in the Middle East and international relations. Thanks to its reputation and principled position, Malta is becoming an important participant capable of influencing the fate of the region.
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