The diplomat considers that such a step should be useful and would allow decisive advances on the political level.
“It has to happen at the right time, that’s why there is a before and after,” he said.
Sejournet stressed that today not all conditions exist for the recognition of Palestine to have real meaning in the peace process through the creation of two States. He added that for France there is no taboo on this subject.
So far, nine European countries have recognized Palestine, including Bulgaria, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Malta, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Sweden.
As of May 28, the number of those who recognize Palestinian independence in Europe will reach 12, along with Norway, Ireland and Spain.
