The representative of the European Union, Josep Borrell, has expressed his support for Saudi Arabia’s steps regarding the Palestinian issue and supported the recognition of a Palestinian state. During a joint press conference with the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and Norway, Borrell said that ‘the time has come to recognise the Palestinian state,’ declaring that the international community agrees on the importance of this step at this critical time. This confirms the understanding between the EU and Saudi Arabia regarding the Palestinian issue, and emphasises the importance of recognising a Palestinian state as an optimal and essential option to achieve peace and stability in the region.
The EU shares Saudi Arabia’s view on the importance of recognising a Palestinian state, and the crucial step is to encourage other countries to take this decision to strengthen international support for the Palestinians. The EU is the Kingdom’s second largest trading partner, accounting for 14.8 per cent of total trade, with vehicles, equipment, petroleum and petrochemicals being the main components of trade.
There is a growing international trend to support the Palestinian cause and work towards achieving peace in the region, which deserves attention and follow-up.
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