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Belgium’s Diplomatic Strategy on Palestinian Recognition Within EU Dynamics

Sarhan Basem by Sarhan Basem
11 May 2024
in Belgium News
Belgium's Diplomatic Strategy on Palestinian Recognition Within EU Dynamics

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Brussels (Brussels Morning) – Belgium refrains from joining Spain-led session on Palestinian recognition. Foreign Minister Lahbib cites EU complexities. Belgium’s diplomatic approach seeks rationality, engagement, and timing in the two-state solution and Palestinian recognition.

Belgium refused to attend the latest session led by Spain on recognising Palestine, according to the country’s Foreign Minister Hadja Lahbib. Lahbib mentioned Spain’s pressure within the European Union for recognition of the Palestinian state as being complex. She implied intent for a “rational” approach towards the timing and standards for a two-state solution and, in turn, the recognition of Palestine.

La Belgique a refusé de participer à la dernière réunion dirigée par l’Espagne sur la reconnaissance de la Palestine, selon la ministre des Affaires étrangères Hadja Lahbib. https://t.co/wOeb5hZMj4

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What complexities does Lahbib mention within the EU?

Spain became verbal on the issue following an internal collaboration change, diverting the momentum, Lahbib described. Belgium’s Prime Minister chose to withdraw from the group, in line with Ireland, Slovenia and Spain, following Spain’s proactive approach at a European Council meeting. Luxembourg and Portugal also withdrew.

Functioning as the rotating President of the EU Council, Belgium hopes to negotiate this issue. The matter was examined informally at a Foreign Affairs Council meeting and formally during a cooperative council with Gulf countries.

What diplomatic approach is Belgium seeking?

Lahbib endorsed a “rational” approach, including assessing milestones and measures to engage other European nations towards Palestinian recognition. The purpose is to move beyond passionate, emotional reactions, and give hope to Palestinians who still believe in peaceful dialogue.

What idea did Borrell present regarding peace?

A conference to organise for peace is a developing idea, presented by the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell. There is resistance within the council, but discussions are continuing with Arab and some EU countries to assess the roadmap, timing, and when Palestinian recognition should occur.

Within the Federal Government, a working group was formed on Palestinian recognition. The governing Vivaldi arrangement stipulates recognition at the right time at the EU and multilateral level, or with a significant group of like-minded countries.

Socialist Party (PS) MP André Flahaut called for re-specifying connections with Spain and blamed Lahbib’s party, MR, for blocking this initiative MP. Simon Moutquin (Ecolo) claimed that the legislative period could not end without recognition of Palestine.

Hopes for a political understanding appear slim. However, Belgium seems more inclined to act before the United Nations General Assembly. After the US’s Security Council veto concerning Palestine’s request to become a UN member, the problem will re-emerge next month at the Assembly where a Palestinian resolution is expected.

How does Lahbib propose to support Palestine?

“We are waiting for Palestine to submit a resolution,” stated Lahbib, emphasising the need for prudence and allowing Palestine to write this resolution. “We will certainly support it, and there’s a strong likelihood we will sponsor it,” she added.

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