President His Excellency Dr Mohamed Muizzu extended good wishes to the President, His Excellency Dr Mahmoud Abbas, and the Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the State of Palestine, His Excellency Mohammad Mustafa, on the occasion of the Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence of Palestine.

In separate messages, President Dr Muizzu expressed deep admiration for the steadfastness and bravery of the Palestinian people as they continue to resist oppression and injustice. He reaffirmed the Maldives’ unwavering support and solidarity with Palestine and reiterated the country’s commitment to advocating for an independent and sovereign State of Palestine, based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

In concluding the messages, the President extended his best wishes to President Dr Mahmoud and Prime Minister Mustafa, for lasting peace and progress of the brotherly people of Palestine.