Carney says Canada plans to recognise a Palestinian state
Summary
Canada plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September, according to Prime Minister Mark Carney. This decision depends on certain actions by the Palestinian Authority, such as governance changes and holding elections in 2026.Key Facts
- Canada's decision would make it the third G7 country to recognize a Palestinian state.
- Recognition depends on the Palestinian Authority's commitment to governance reforms and holding elections without Hamas in 2026.
- Canada wants the Palestinian territory to be demilitarized.
- Recently, the UK and France have also announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state.
- Around 139 countries already recognize a Palestinian state.
- Prime Minister Carney stated concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza and Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
- Carney spoke with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas regarding Canada's position.
- Nearly 200 former Canadian diplomats urged Canada to recognize a Palestinian state.
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