Canada to Recognise Palestinian State Amid Global Diplomatic Shift
So, here's what’s making headlines right now—Canada has just announced plans to formally recognise a Palestinian state, and it’s a pretty big deal. This puts Canada in line with two of its closest allies, France and the United Kingdom, who both made similar announcements recently. Prime Minister Mark Carney made the declaration official, saying the recognition is expected to happen in September—but it does come with conditions.
Now, the decision isn’t being made lightly. Carney made it clear that this move will depend on some serious democratic reforms by the Palestinian Authority. For one, they need to hold general elections next year, and Hamas must not be involved. The Palestinian Authority will also have to demilitarise and commit to governing in a more transparent and democratic way. So, recognition isn’t automatic—it’s conditional.
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This marks a significant shift in Canada’s foreign policy. For decades, Canada supported the idea of a two-state solution, but always through negotiation. Now, Carney says that strategy is no longer working. The situation on the ground—he pointed to the expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and, of course, the Hamas attacks on Israel back in October 2023—all of that has pushed Canada to rethink its approach.
Carney didn’t mince words—he said the human suffering in Gaza is "intolerable" and getting worse by the day. According to him, the prospect of a viable Palestinian state is disappearing right before our eyes. He even spoke directly with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas before making the announcement public, reinforcing the seriousness of Canada’s position.
Canada’s move also follows mounting internal pressure. Just this week, nearly 200 former Canadian diplomats and ambassadors signed a letter urging the government to recognise Palestinian statehood. They argued that Canada’s principles were being compromised by what’s happening in Gaza and the West Bank—citing mass displacement, indiscriminate attacks, and settler violence. The letter said recognising Palestine would reaffirm Canada’s commitment to human rights and the self-determination of the Palestinian people.
So, if all goes as outlined, Canada will be making this formal recognition in September at the UN General Assembly. It’s not just a diplomatic gesture—it’s a signal that the global conversation around Palestine is shifting, and more countries may follow suit.
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