Palestine Welcomes New Delhi Declaration at 18th BRICS Summit

Palestine Endorses BRICS Position on Statehood, Aid and Jerusalem

Tempatdonasi.com – Palestine’s Foreign Ministry has welcomed the New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit in India, describing its provisions as an important reaffirmation of international support for Palestinian rights and statehood.

The declaration was adopted during the summit held on September 12 and 13. Palestinian officials highlighted several elements of the document, including its opposition to the forced removal of Palestinians from their land, including Jerusalem, and its support for ending the Israeli occupation.

The ministry also noted the declaration’s endorsement of a two-state solution and its backing for Palestine to obtain full membership in the United Nations. For Palestinian officials, those positions align with longstanding international calls for a political settlement based on self-determination and recognized national rights.

Support for an Independent Palestinian State

A central point welcomed by the Foreign Ministry was the declaration’s support for an independent, sovereign and viable Palestinian state within the boundaries that existed before June 4, 1967, with Jerusalem as its capital.

The reference to the 1967 borders remains a key part of international diplomacy surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Palestinians view the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip as the territory of their future state. The ministry said the BRICS declaration reinforced principles already reflected in international law and relevant United Nations resolutions.

Palestinian officials stressed that political endorsements should be followed by practical measures. They said declarations of support carry greater weight when they help protect civilians, uphold international obligations and create conditions for a lasting political resolution.

Humanitarian Access and Protection of Holy Sites

The ministry also welcomed BRICS support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, known as UNRWA. The agency provides essential services to Palestinian refugees, including education, health care, relief assistance and emergency support.

In addition, the New Delhi Declaration called for the protection of holy places and for access to them in Jerusalem. The city holds deep religious significance for Muslims, Christians and Jews, while its status remains one of the most sensitive issues in efforts to resolve the conflict.

Palestinian officials further welcomed language calling for the protection of Palestinians and the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip. Continued access for aid organizations is critical for civilians facing the consequences of conflict, displacement and restrictions on essential supplies.

The ministry said the provisions reflected the need to safeguard civilian lives and preserve access to humanitarian relief without interruption. It also emphasized that protection of religious sites and civilian communities must be treated as a matter of international responsibility.

Call for Concrete International Measures

While expressing appreciation for the declaration, the Foreign Ministry urged the international community to take legal and political action to turn its commitments into reality. It called for the implementation and enforcement of international resolutions addressing the conflict.

The ministry said such action should include efforts to halt violations committed under Israeli occupation, prevent forced displacement, stop settlement expansion and oppose annexation. It also called for stronger protection for Palestinians and for recognition of their legitimate national rights.

At the center of that appeal is the Palestinian right to self-determination. The ministry said meaningful implementation of the BRICS positions requires an end to the occupation and the creation of an independent Palestinian state on Palestinian land, with Jerusalem as its capital.

The BRICS declaration adds the voices of its member states to wider international discussions on the future of Palestine. Its language signals support for diplomacy based on statehood, international law, humanitarian access and a negotiated political settlement.

For Palestinian leaders, however, the significance of the declaration will depend on whether its principles lead to sustained international pressure and concrete steps. The ministry’s response made clear that it sees the statement as a foundation for action rather than a final outcome.