International community reaffirms its ‘unwavering support’ for a two-state solution at the UN

The international community has reaffirmed its “unwavering support” for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine after voting in favour of Palestine being granted UN membership, according to Foreign Minister Penny Wong.  The United Nations General Assembly has voted in favour of Palestine being granted membership.  Australia – along with 142 other nations – passed the General Assembly resolution on Friday (local time) by recognising Palestine’s qualification to join the organisation.  “Australians know we’re not central to resolving this conflict, but what Australians do want is Australia to add our voice to the efforts of the international community to broker peace,” Ms Wong said during a media conference on Saturday.