#749 Is it finally time to officially recognize Palestine?
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After Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan said Singapore would officially recognise the State of Palestine in due time, Lepak Conversation published an open letter asking for the government to do so immediately. We speak with Dr. Walid Jumblatt, one of over 60 signatories to the letter, about what that really means. (00:45) - Plan B had a long day covering event (01:32) - Dr Walid Jumblatt, resident political expert (02:15) - Lepak Conversations open letter (07:00) - Government to take a step (08:50) - Singapore has spend millions on capacity building? (10:37) - Breaking the international law? (13:00) - Why did Dr Walid sign the petition? (17:40) - Will there create diversions? (19:37) - Dr Walid’s thoughts on petitions
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