France and Indonesia have called for progress on “mutual recognition” between Israel and the Palestinians at an international conference meant to resurrect the idea of a two-state solution next month, as French President Emmanuel Macron visits Jakarta, according to AFP.

“The conference should… restore a political prospect of a peaceful settlement of this conflict, which should allow for an irreversible path towards the realisation of a Palestinian State, (and) mutual recognition between Israel and Palestine,” the nations said in a joint statement. France will co-chair the conference.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said he would be willing to establish diplomatic relations with Israel if it recognised a Palestinian state.

“The two-state solution and the freedom of Palestine is the only way to achieve the true peace. We must acknowledge and guarantee Israel’s rights as a sovereign country that must be paid attention to and guaranteed safety.

“Indonesia has stated that once Israel recognises Palestine, Indonesia is ready to recognise Israel,” he told a news conference with the French president.

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