New Zealand draws criticism for not recognising Palestine – Middle East Monitor

New Zealand’s decision not to recognise Palestine at the 80th UN General Assembly triggered criticism inside the country as former Prime Minister Helen Clark called it “Day of Shame” for her country, Anadolu reports.

“Day of shame for #NZ. In late timeslot towards end of high-level segment of UN General Assembly, Foreign Minister reveals what Cabinet decided 11 days ago: that unlike many others with whom #NZ normally is likeminded, Govt will not recognise…