New York hosted a high-level meeting titled “The Road Ahead: One Year after the New York Declaration and the Comprehensive 20-point Peace Plan for Gaza,” co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah alongside Canada, the United Kingdom, and France.
According to SPA, Prince Faisal expressed appreciation for the steps taken by Canada, France, the United Kingdom, and other countries in recognizing the State of Palestine, while calling on others to do the same.
The minister emphasized the need to confront annexation policies, settler violence, and settlement expansion. He called for the preservation of the legal and historical status quo of Al-Quds and the rejection of incitement, hatred, and violence from all parties.
Regarding Gaza, Prince Faisal called for the immediate and full implementation of US President Donald Trump’s comprehensive plan to end the conflict. He stated this should ensure unhindered aid access and lead to the unification of the West Bank and Gaza Strip under the Palestinian National Authority.
The foreign minister reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to a lasting, just, and comprehensive peace based on the New York Declaration, relevant UN resolutions, and the Arab Peace Initiative. He noted that ending the occupation and realizing an independent Palestinian state are fundamental pillars for stability and regional security, adding that security must be based on mutual interests.
Who co-chaired the high-level meeting in New York? The meeting titled “The Road Ahead: One Year after the New York Declaration and the Comprehensive 20-point Peace Plan for Gaza” was co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. He shared this role with representatives from Canada, France, and the United Kingdom during the event held in New York.
What positions did Prince Faisal take regarding the State of Palestine and Al-Quds? Prince Faisal expressed appreciation for France, Canada, the United Kingdom, and other nations that recognized the State of Palestine, urging others to follow. He also emphasized the necessity of preserving the legal and historical status quo of Al-Quds while confronting annexation policies, settlement expansion, and settler violence.
What was the proposed approach for resolving the conflict in Gaza? Prince Faisal called for the full and immediate implementation of US President Donald Trump’s comprehensive plan to end the conflict. He stated that this process should ensure unhindered access to aid and result in the unification of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip under the Palestinian National Authority.