President Dr Mohamed Muizzu met Palestinian Prime Minister Dr Mohammad Mustafa today on the sidelines of the COP31 Summit in Antalya, Türkiye.

During the meeting, President Dr Muizzu reaffirmed the Maldives’ unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people, stressing that the country’s support remains unconditional.

He assured that the Maldives would continue to stand by the Palestinian people in their legitimate pursuit of freedom, dignity, justice and self-determination. He noted that this commitment reflects the Maldives’ longstanding national principles and its dedication to justice and humanity.

The President reiterated the Maldives’ firm support for the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights, including the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state within the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

He further affirmed that the Palestinian people would not stand alone and that the Maldives would remain steadfast in its support until they achieve justice, freedom and a lasting peace.