Singapore Considers Palestinian State Recognition Conditional on Peace Efforts

Foreign Minister Balakrishnan emphasizes the need for a government that renounces terrorism and accepts Israel's right to exist.

Singapore supports a two-state solution as the only viable path to peace.
Recognition contingent on an effective Palestinian government committed to peace.
Singapore has provided technical and educational assistance to Palestinian officials.
The country voted in favor of Palestine's UN membership to encourage negotiations.
Immediate focus remains on achieving a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.