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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.

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Postgraduate scholarships have been disbursed to 13 Palestinian officials to study at the National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University, Balakrishnan said. Photo: Facebook/National University of Singapore
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Overview

  • 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.