- The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary General commended Slovenia for its recognition of Palestine, underscoring the global community's acknowledgement of Palestinian rights.
- He praised Slovenia for its adherence to international treaties and accords and for its support of the efforts to bring an end to the turmoil in the Middle East.
- The importance he attaches to the consolidation of peace through the Israel-Palestine two-state solution is matched out with a call on also other countries to do similarly in order that Palestine is safe and protected.
This is Riyadh on June 6, 2024. Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi sent his warmest congratulations to the government and parliament of Slovenia for taking a historical decision to recognize Palestine. He said this step will prove to be another reminder of the international community's acceptance of the rights of the Palestinian people and will help them achieve all of their legal and legitimate rights. Albudaiwi also praised Slovenia's recognition of the State of Palestine, saying that this recognition is another proof of the commitment the country has to the implementation of international conventions and agreements and that the country is committed to the process of ending the conflict in the Middle East. In his statement, he reiterated the significance of achieving a comprehensive peace that is founded on a two-state solution, as defined in the Arab Peace Initiative and international legitimacy resolutions. In addition to this, he stressed the importance of all nations taking comparable actions in order to guarantee a secure and long-term living situation for the Palestinian people.
