Philip J. Pierre: “The Caribbean people have always been resilient. Our history tells a story of endurance, of societies that emerged from…”

In accordance with their right to self-determination and UN resolutions, in particular Resolution 3236 of 1974, the people of Palestine should be allowed their own State and full membership of the UN, alongside the state of Israel.

So it’s a very difficult proposition that we have. But we’re going to work with them to see if we can come to a solution.

Saint Lucia laments the continued conflicts and human suffering across the globe, including Ukraine, Sudan and the wider Middle East, including Gaza, and calls for renewed efforts towards peace, stability and respect for international law.

Saint Lucia did not walk out.