RAMALLAH, July 31, 2025 (WAFA) – Hussein Al-Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, has welcomed the announcements by Canada, Malta, and Portugal regarding their intention to officially recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in September.

In a statement released Thursday evening, Al-Sheikh praised these historic initiatives by the three countries, noting that they join a growing number of international supporters advocating for a two-state solution and the affirmation of the rights of the Palestinian people.

Al-Sheikh expressed hope that these declarations would be translated into concrete steps leading to sustainable peace and the international legitimacy of the State of Palestine.

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