Dhaka:Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh met with German Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office Géza Andreas von Geyr and his delegation to discuss developments in the Palestinian territories, bilateral relations, and efforts to advance a two-state solution.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency – WAFA, the meeting included discussions on ongoing Israeli measures in the Palestinian territories, such as daily colonist violence, settlement expansion, checkpoints, and the withholding and confiscation of Palestinian funds. Al-Sheikh emphasized the negative impact of these actions on economic and living conditions, as well as the challenges they pose to the health and education sectors and the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip.
Al-Sheikh expressed appreciation for Germany's supportive stance towards the Palestinian people and highlighted the importance of partnerships with European countries in supporting internal reforms and strengthening Palestinian state institutions. He also explained the decision to postpone Palestinian elections, noting it was based on a collective conviction and welcomed by Palestinian factions and political forces given the current circumstances.
German Minister von Geyr reaffirmed Germany's continued support for the Palestinian people, emphasizing efforts to advance reforms and strengthen security and stability. He also stressed the significance of holding elections and supporting the two-state solution while expressing concern over Israeli measures and settlement projects.