If there were no scenario, we would proceed immediately. That's the first point. But to go more broadly, and I think this is important area you're concentrating on, It's predicated, it relies upon the representations that have been made by the Palestinian Authority, representations that have been made now several times, both publicly spoken, in writing, in writing to me as Prime Minister. and representations that I tested, if you will, President Abbas, in a lengthy and robust cause call today to confirm the intentions and the ability to do so. (12:08–12:24)
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Asserts that Canada's recognition of a Palestinian state relies on representations made by the Palestinian Authority.
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