Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic Palestine visit, Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas today said he will discuss with Mr. Modi, India's role in the Middle East peace process and the creation of a multilateral forum of negotiations to strike a final deal with Isarel. In an e-mail interview to news agency PTI, Palestinian President said they are receiving Prime Minister Modi in a historic visit that will demonstrate the strong ties and relations between the Palestinian people and the brotherly Indian people. Describing India as a very respected country in the international arena Mr. Abbas said India can have a possible role in creating a multilateral forum of negotiations between the Palestinians and Israelis to reach a final agreement. President Abbas said he will discuss with Prime Minister Modi the the recent developments in the peace process, the bilateral relations, and the regional situations as well as possible role India can play in enhancing peace in the region.He said Modi's visit to the region reflects India's long-held position of supporting peace and stability in the region. <br/><br/>Mr. Modi, the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Palestine, is reaching Ramallah tomorrow amid heightened tensions in the region after US President Donald Trump recognised Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
News On AIR | February 9, 2018 2:10 PM
India can play a role in Middle East peace process: Palestine Prez