When does the Minister consider it would be the right time for New Zealand to recognise the State of Palestine, if at all?

Answer

The Government has made clear that New Zealand’s future decision-making around recognition will be driven by developments. New Zealand will pay attention to factors including: • Steps toward the development of a fully viable and legitimate Palestinian state, including in the areas of governance and institution-building. • The disbanding and disarmament of Hamas. • The renouncement of violence and terrorism by all Palestinian political leaders who have yet to do so.