Noting India’s friendship with both Palestine and Israel, Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian highlighted India’s potential to facilitate peace talks between the two nations. Aghabekian, attending the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers meeting in New Delhi, emphasized Palestine’s expectation of India’s active involvement in ongoing peace initiatives. The upcoming meeting is seen as a crucial platform to address Palestinian issues, Gaza’s reconstruction, and the peace plan, among other topics relevant to India and the Arab world.
India is set to host the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on January 31, with the participation of Foreign Ministers from various Arab League Member States. Aghabekian praised the New York Declaration as significant, expressing Palestine’s commitment to collaborating with allies to ensure compliance with the declaration’s obligations. The declaration outlines the path towards Palestinian independence and sovereignty, with a focus on fulfilling the commitments made by endorsing countries.
Regarding US President Donald Trump’s invitation to India for the Gaza peace plan, Aghabekian emphasized India’s autonomy in deciding its involvement based on its global interests and aspirations. The peace plan entails Hamas disarming and prioritizing the unity of the State of Palestine. Trump recently introduced the Board of Peace initiative, aiming to transition from conflict to reconstruction in Gaza.
Aghabekian condemned violence and emphasized resolving border disputes through international law and diplomatic negotiations rather than resorting to armed conflicts. The minister’s statements underscore the importance of peaceful resolutions and adherence to legal frameworks in addressing regional conflicts.
