New york: The Palestinian cause and the two-state solution for the Middle East region continue to face challenges due to geopolitical reasons and the Israeli occupation's actions against the Palestinian people. In response, the UN is organizing a high-level international conference on July 28 and 29 to advance a comprehensive settlement of the Palestinian cause and achieve peace in the Middle East.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the conference will feature participation from international law and human rights experts, as well as representatives from UN member states and organizations. Saudi Permanent Representative to the UN, Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, emphasized the conference's importance in international efforts to find a just and permanent solution to the Palestinian issue and establish the two-state solution. He highlighted the need for Palestinian rights to be fully recognized for regional stability and security.
Al-Wasil noted Saudi Arabia's role in launching the 2002 Arab peace initiative and its continued support for international efforts to realize the two-state solution. Work groups are currently coordinating with the UN and member states to achieve the conference's goals in executing relevant UN resolutions.
Anne-Claire Legendre, French Presidential Advisor for the Middle East and North Africa, reiterated France's support alongside Saudi Arabia in achieving the conference's objectives. She underscored the importance of the preparatory meeting held in May at the UNGA, which gathered global support for creating a roadmap for the two-state solution. Legendre also emphasized the need for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and unhindered humanitarian aid access.
The conference will include several events, such as a roundtable and general discussions, with opening statements by UNGA President Philemon Yang, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, and officials from Saudi Arabia and France. It is expected to conclude with a final communique outlining the roadmap for the Palestinian cause and the two-state solution.