Palestine welcomed the position of Southern African Development Community (SADC) leaders who objected to the African Union Commission’s (AUC) decision to grant Israel observer status.
“SADC’s position is in line with international law and the shared long history of solidarity and struggle against colonialism and oppression between the Palestinians and African peoples,” the Palestine Embassy in South Africa and Malawi said in a statement sent to Anadolu Agency.
Embassy Counselor Hassona Aldramly said the position is in line with the declared positions of several African states.
Aldramly said the resolute objection, together with other states’ objections, will serve as a stark reminder that colonial occupation, racism, and endemic violations of international law, which continue to shackle Palestine, must not be rewarded or appeased.
“The State of Palestine expresses its deep gratitude to SADC members for their moral and political leadership and for honoring Africa’s legacy against colonialism,” he said.
Source: Anadolu Agency