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The key principle articulated was that Australia supports the two-state solution and peaceful coexistence between Israelis and Palestinians. However, recognition of Palestine is deemed premature unless peace agreements are in place. Recognizing Palestine before a peace accord would, according to the speaker, undermine leverage over Palestinian authorities—who are willing to exchange recognition for concessions, including possibly revealing intentions to dismantle Israel. Recognizing Palestine unilaterally could diminish influence over negotiations and potentially embolden hostile acts.