President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has met with Palestinian Prime Minister Dr Mohammad Mustafa on the sidelines of the COP31 Summit, currently taking place in Antalya, Türkiye.

During the meeting, President Muizzu reaffirmed the Maldives’ unwavering and unconditional solidarity with the Palestinian people, assuring them that the Maldives will continue to stand firmly alongside their Muslim brothers and sisters in Palestine.

The President reiterated the Maldives’ steadfast support for the Palestinian people's legitimate struggle to secure their independence, dignity, justice and right to self-determination.

He also emphasised that the Maldives’ solidarity with Palestine reflects the deeply rooted national values of the Maldivian people, as well as the importance the country places on humanity and justice.

Reaffirming the Maldives’ continued commitment to safeguarding Palestinian rights, President Muizzu stressed that the country's support and solidarity would remain unwavering.

He further reiterated that the Maldives would continue to advocate for the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

Concluding the meeting, President Muizzu assured that the Palestinian people would never stand alone, reaffirming that the Maldives would remain by their side until justice and independence are achieved and lasting peace is established.