"The Palestinian struggle to achieve independence is the basis for the formation of the OIC (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation)," he highlighted during the OIC-Arab League Extraordinary Summit preparatory meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday.
"That is why 'we are all Palestinians' and must help the Palestinian struggle," he added.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, Matta emphasized the importance of real action by the OIC and Arab League member countries to stop Israel's never-ending oppression of the Palestinian people.
"Words must be immediately carried out in real action, including in ensuring ongoing humanitarian assistance for Palestine," he said.
The OIC and Arab League are holding an extraordinary summit on Monday to discuss efforts to stop Israel's atrocities in Palestine and Lebanon.
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According to Matta, the summit is being held in a crucial situation amid the current geopolitical dynamics.
He further said that he is representing President Prabowo Subianto, who is currently in the US on a state visit, at the summit.
The summit preparation meeting was led by Saudi Arabia and attended by representatives of OIC and Arab League member countries, such as Algeria, Iran, Lebanon, Egypt, Palestine, and Turkey.
Indonesia's participation at the OIC-Arab League Summit is in line with the mandate of the 1945 Constitution to consistently reject colonialism and strive for world peace.
It also reflects President Prabowo's commitment to realizing Palestinian independence, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' statement.
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