Mideast peace process – Joint statement from King of Bahrain and Tony Blair – British Prime Minister’s Office press release/Non-UN document (excerpts)

Joint statement from the King of Bahrain and Tony Blair

27 July 2005

The King of Bahrain and Tony Blair have issued a joint statement following talks at Downing Street. The statement covers the 'strong, warm and longstanding' relationship between the UK and Bahrain.

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The United Kingdom and Bahrain commit to supporting the Palestinian Authority's efforts to build the institutions of a future Palestinian State.

The United Kingdom and Bahrain welcome the work of Quartet Special Envoy for Disengagement, James Wolfensohn. Israel's disengagement plan is a positive step towards achieving the two-state vision envisaged by the Roadmap. This withdrawal from Gaza should be complete and be undertaken in a manner consistent with the Road Map.

The United Kingdom and Bahrain re-affirm our commitment to achieving a resolution of this conflict based on the creation of a viable, democratic and territorially contiguous Palestine, living side by side in peace and security with a safe and secure Israel.