Kuwait city: The State of Kuwait welcomed Portugal's announcement recognizing the state of Palestine, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday. The Ministry emphasized that this decision is a step towards increasing the chances for peace in the region and bolstering international efforts for a two-state solution.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the Ministry affirmed Kuwait's firm stance in support of the Palestinian people's right to establish their independent state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Kuwait expressed its hope that this recognition would inspire other countries to acknowledge Palestine, contributing to a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian cause. This, the Ministry noted, would help achieve security, stability, and prosperity for the rest of the region.