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Portugal Recognizes the State of Palestine Ahead of U.N. General Assembly

Portugal frames the step as the fulfillment of a longstanding two-state policy.

Portugal's Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel announces that the Portuguese government recognizes a Palestinian state, during a statement ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, U.S., September 21, 2025. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
After Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom, Portugal has also announced its official recognition of the state of Palestine.
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Overview

  • Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel announced the decision to reporters in New York before the annual U.N. gathering.
  • Rangel called recognition a fundamental, consistent and widely agreed policy for his government.
  • He reiterated support for a two-state solution as the only path to a just and lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
  • Portugal's move follows recent recognitions by Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom.
  • News coverage characterizes the development as part of a developing diplomatic story ahead of this week's sessions.