Ottawa – July 30, 2025 — In a major diplomatic shift, Canada has announced its intention to formally recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session scheduled for September 2025.
The move follows similar declarations in recent weeks by France and the United Kingdom, signaling growing momentum within the international community toward broader recognition of Palestinian statehood.
In a statement released by Canada’s Foreign Affairs Ministry, officials emphasized that the recognition aligns with Canada’s commitment to a two-state solution and reflects the need for renewed international support for a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
“Canada believes that a two-state solution, with Israel and Palestine living side by side in peace and security, is the only path to lasting stability in the region,” the statement read.
The decision is expected to carry both symbolic and political weight at the UNGA, where member states continue to debate the status of Palestine within the broader framework of international law and Middle East diplomacy.
Palestinian representatives have welcomed the announcement, calling it a “principled and overdue” stance from a G7 member. Israeli officials have expressed disappointment, stating that such moves risk undermining direct negotiations between the parties.
Canada’s upcoming vote at the UNGA could mark a significant break from its traditionally cautious approach on the matter. Analysts suggest that Ottawa’s shift may be part of a broader recalibration of foreign policy under growing pressure from domestic and international human rights advocates.
The recognition is not expected to result in immediate bilateral diplomatic relations but could lead to increased Canadian engagement with Palestinian institutions and development efforts.
The United Nations General Assembly will convene in New York in mid-September, where the matter is likely to feature prominently in deliberations on Middle East peace.
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